Description
This smooth and decadent Cream Cheese Red Velvet Fudge combines the velvety richness of red velvet with a creamy layer of cream cheese. It’s a show-stopping treat perfect for any occasion, offering a sweet and visually stunning dessert that will delight your guests.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Red Velvet Layer:
- 3 cups white chocolate chips
- 1 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1/2 teaspoon red gel food coloring
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 teaspoons cocoa powder
For the Cream Cheese Layer:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar, sifted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup white chocolate chips, melted
Instructions
- Prepare the Pan: Line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal of the fudge after it sets.
- Make the Red Velvet Layer:
- In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the white chocolate chips and sweetened condensed milk.
- Microwave the mixture in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until the mixture is smooth.
- Add the red gel food coloring, vanilla extract, and cocoa powder. Stir well until fully incorporated.
- Pour the red velvet mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly.
- Make the Cream Cheese Layer:
- In a mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth and fluffy.
- Mix in the vanilla extract and melted white chocolate chips until fully combined.
- Layer and Swirl:
- Gently spread the cream cheese layer over the red velvet layer.
- Use a knife or toothpick to swirl the two layers slightly for a marbled effect (optional).
- Chill:
- Refrigerate the fudge for at least 4 hours, or until it becomes firm.
- Slice and Serve:
- Once chilled, lift the fudge out of the pan using the parchment paper overhang.
- Cut into squares and serve.
Notes
- Use gel food coloring for the most vibrant red color.
- You can add more cocoa powder for a richer chocolate flavor, but be careful not to overpower the red velvet flavor.
- The marbling effect is optional, but it adds a beautiful visual appeal to the fudge.
- For a firmer texture, allow the fudge to chill for longer than 4 hours.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg