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Creamsicle Fudge
Creamsicle fudge is a rich treat that tastes just like orange creamsicle ice cream. With a sweet tropical flavor, this easy recipe needs just 5 ingredients.
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Creamsicle fudge is a citrusy orange dessert with a rich, irresistible taste and texture that is utterly indulgent. Quick and simple to make, with just five ingredients, this sweet fudge is the perfect homemade candy to enjoy any time. The nostalgic flavor makes this orange creamsicle fudge a year-round candy favorite.
Looking for more yummy fudge recipes to try? Oreo Fudge, Caramel Fudge, and Key Lime Fudge are three more melt-in-your-mouth fudge recipes.
Creamsicle Fudge Ingredients
You will need:
- 3 cups white chocolate chips
- 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon orange extract
- orange gel food coloring (or yellow and red food coloring)
Substitutions and Additions
COLORING: You could also use yellow and red food coloring for this orange creamsicle fudge recipe if you don’t have orange food coloring on hand.
CHOCOLATE: If you’re using white confectionery coating chips for this easy recipe, (no cocoa butter listed in the ingredients), use 12 ounces. If using pure white chocolate (with cocoa butter listed in the ingredients), use 15 ounces.
FLAVOR: If you love orange, you can definitely add a little more orange flavoring for an extra burst of that fresh, citrus flavor in this creamy fudge.
How to Make Creamsicle Fudge
PRO TIP: If you are feeding a crowd or giving as a gift, this would be an easy recipe to double.
STEP ONE: Line an 8×8 pan with foil. Spray with nonstick spray.
STEP TWO: In a medium-sized saucepan over low heat, melt the white chocolate chips with the sweetened condensed milk and the butter until smooth and creamy.
STEP THREE: Add 1 teaspoon of orange extract and taste. Adjust if you want more orange flavor.
STEP FOUR: Remove 1 cup of the mixture to a medium bowl. This will remain white.
STEP FIVE: To the fudge remaining in the pan, add the food coloring to the desired orange color. I used Wilton gel yellow and red.
PRO TIP: If using red and yellow food coloring, start with adding the yellow food coloring and then add a little bit of red at a time and adjust until desired orange color. Red can overtake easily if you start with it!
STEP SIX: Pour the orange fudge into the prepared pan and level it out.
STEP SEVEN: Drop the white fudge by spoonfuls in a random pattern onto the orange fudge.
STEP EIGHT: Using a knife or wooden skewer make swirl patterns.
STEP NINE: Refrigerate uncovered for 3 to 4 hours until set.
PRO TIP: To make cutting easier, score the top of the fudge with a butter knife before refrigerating.
STEP TEN: Remove the fudge from the pan and peel the foil back. Cut into squares to serve!
How to Serve Creamsicle Fudge
This orange creamsicle fudge is not only gorgeous but its delicious taste will satisfy any sweet tooth. Any fan of the classic creamsicle will be eager to enjoy a slice of this irresistible fudge. Amplify the creamsicle flavor by enjoying your fudge with a creamsicle drink or boozy creamsicle float. Enjoy this treat when the weather is warm, or add it to a gift box along with other homemade cookies and candies during the holidays.
Storage
IN THE FRIDGE: Store fudge in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two weeks.
IN THE FREEZER: You can also freeze this orange cream fudge in an airtight container, either whole in the pan or cut into individual pieces.
Creamsicle fudge is a smooth and creamy treat that tastes just like orange creamsicle ice cream. Just one bite of this delicious fudge and you’ll be transported back in time with that nostalgic creamsicle flavor that tastes just like the bars that the ice cream truck would sell. Rich and super easy to make, orange creamsicle fudge is a sweet treat with an indulgent tropical flavor.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
My fudge didn’t set. What did I do wrong?
Usually, if fudge doesn’t set, it’s because it wasn’t hot enough when making it. Make sure to get the mixture hot enough, but keep an eye that it doesn’t burn.
How do I store this fudge?
We would recommend storing this easy fudge recipe in the fridge as it will get too soft at room temperature.
How do I slice chilled fudge easily?
To easily slice the fudge, dip a large sharp flat knife in boiling water, dry it completely, and cut one long slice (the heat will help the blade to glide through).
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Creamsicle Fudge
Creamsicle fudge is a rich treat that tastes just like orange creamsicle ice cream. With a sweet tropical flavor, this easy recipe needs just 5 ingredients.
Ingredients
- 3 cups white chocolate chips
- 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon orange extract
- orange gel food coloring or yellow and red food coloring
Instructions
- Line an 8×8 pan with foil. Spray with nonstick spray.
- In a medium-sized saucepan over low heat, melt the white chocolate chips with the sweetened condensed milk and the butter until smooth and creamy.
- Add 1 teaspoon of orange extract and taste. Adjust if you want more orange flavor.
- Remove 1 cup of the mixture to a medium bowl. This will remain white.
- To the fudge remaining in the pan, add the food coloring to the desired orange color. I used Wilton gel yellow and red.
- Pour the orange fudge into the prepared pan and level it out.
- Drop the white fudge by spoonfuls in a random pattern onto the orange fudge.
- Using a knife or wooden skewer make swirl patterns.
- Refrigerate uncovered for 3 to 4 hours until set.
- Remove the fudge from the pan and peel the foil back. Cut into squares to serve!
Notes
If you are feeding a crowd or giving as a gift, this would be an easy recipe to double.
If using red and yellow food coloring, start with adding the yellow food coloring and then add a little bit of red at a time and adjust until desired orange color. Red can overtake easily if you start with it!
To make cutting easier, score the top of the fudge with a butter knife before refrigerating.
If using red and yellow food coloring, start with adding the yellow food coloring and then add a little bit of red at a time and adjust until desired orange color. Red can overtake easily if you start with it!
To make cutting easier, score the top of the fudge with a butter knife before refrigerating.
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