There’s fudge… and then there’s Raspberry Dark Chocolate Fudge — rich, velvety, with a subtle hint of berry brightness that makes each bite unforgettable. Perfect for holiday gifting, church treats, or your own festive dessert table, this recipe keeps the chocolate front and center while giving just a whisper of Christmas color.
✨ Ingredients
- 3 cups dark chocolate chips (or finely chopped dark chocolate)
- 1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup fresh or frozen raspberries, pureed
- Pinch of salt
- Optional decoration: micro red & green sprinkles, crushed freeze-dried raspberries
🍴 Instructions
- Prepare pan: Line an 8×8 inch pan with parchment paper, leaving extra for easy removal.
- Heat chocolate mixture: In a medium saucepan over low heat, combine chocolate chips, sweetened condensed milk, and butter. Stir constantly until fully melted and smooth.
- Add flavor: Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract and salt.
- Swirl in raspberries: Lightly fold in the raspberry puree — do not overmix, leaving natural swirls for a marbled look.
- Pour and chill: Pour fudge into prepared pan, smoothing the top. Chill in refrigerator for at least 3 hours or until firm.
- Cut & roll:
- Squares: Cut into bite-sized squares.
- Fudge balls: Scoop and roll into small balls; optionally dust with micro-sprinkles or crushed freeze-dried raspberries.
- Serve or gift: Arrange on a festive plate, tin, or in decorative boxes. Perfect for Christmas gifting or holiday dessert tables.
💡 Tips for Perfect Fudge
- Use high-quality dark chocolate for best flavor.
- Chill fudge thoroughly before cutting for clean edges.
- Minimal decoration preserves the rich chocolate flavor while adding a subtle festive touch.
- Can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.
