Description
If you’re craving a dessert that checks all the boxes—decadent, fruity, and incredibly easy to make—this Irresistible Cherry Garcia Fudge is it. Inspired by the beloved ice cream flavor, this creamy, rich fudge brings together silky white chocolate, tangy cherries, and bold semi-sweet chips in a no-bake treat that’s sure to impress. It’s perfect for holiday trays, food gifts, or when you’re in need of easy recipe ideas for dessert. With minimal prep and maximum flavor, this is one of those food ideas you’ll come back to again and again. Whether you’re looking for a quick breakfast treat, healthy snack alternative, or festive addition to your collection of dinner ideas, this fudge delivers indulgence with every bite.
Ingredients
3 cups white chocolate chips
1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 to 1 1/2 cups halved maraschino cherries (drained and dried)
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 tablespoon cherry juice (optional, for color enhancement)
Instructions
1. Line an 8×8-inch pan with parchment paper and lightly spray it with nonstick spray.
2. Drain and pat dry the maraschino cherries thoroughly.
3. In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt the white chocolate chips with the sweetened condensed milk, stirring constantly.
4. Add salt, vanilla extract, and optional cherry juice. Mix until smooth.
5. Remove from heat and gently fold in the cherries and semi-sweet chocolate chips.
6. Pour the mixture into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
7. Press extra chocolate chips or cherry halves on top, if desired.
8. Chill for 3–4 hours or overnight until firm.
9. Lift out the fudge using parchment overhang and slice into squares.
10. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the fridge.
Notes
1. Always dry the cherries well to avoid a soggy or unset fudge.
2. Don’t overheat the white chocolate—it melts fast and can burn easily.
3. For best results, let the fudge chill overnight before cutting into squares.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 135
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 1.5g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
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