Description
Indulge in the creamy, fruity delight of Cherry Marshmallow Fudge Bars, an easy-to-make dessert combining rich semi-sweet chocolate fudge with fluffy mini marshmallows and bursts of juicy maraschino cherries. Perfect for parties, family gatherings, or cozy nights in, these bars offer a luscious flavor combination with a satisfying texture contrast that melts in your mouth.
Ingredients
Scale
Fudge Base
- 2 cups high-quality semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Add-ins
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
- 1/2 cup maraschino cherries, finely chopped
Instructions
- Prepare Your Pan and Ingredients: Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper or grease thoroughly for easy removal. Finely chop the maraschino cherries and have all ingredients ready.
- Melt the Chocolate and Butter: In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt the butter and chocolate chips together, stirring constantly until smooth. Remove from heat and immediately mix in the sweetened condensed milk, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until silky.
- Fold in Cherries and Marshmallows: Gently fold the chopped cherries and mini marshmallows into the fudge mixture, taking care not to stir too vigorously to keep marshmallows fluffy.
- Spread Into the Pan and Chill: Pour the mixture into the prepared pan, smoothing the surface with a spatula. Tap gently to release air bubbles. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until firm.
- Slice and Serve: Lift the fudge out of the pan using the parchment paper and cut into squares or bars. Serve chilled or at room temperature for best texture.
Notes
- Use premium chocolate chips for a richer and smoother fudge.
- Melt ingredients gently over low heat to avoid burning or seizing the chocolate.
- Chop cherries finely to ensure even distribution and a balanced texture.
- Use parchment paper for easy removal and clean cut edges.
- Refrigerate thoroughly to allow the fudge to set completely before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: No-bake / chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: cherry fudge bars, marshmallow fudge, chocolate cherry dessert, easy fudge recipe, gluten free dessert
