Description
Cotton candy fudge is a whimsical, pastel-colored treat that captures the nostalgic flavor of carnival cotton candy in a creamy, melt-in-your-mouth fudge. Quick and easy to make, it’s perfect for parties, celebrations, or whenever you need a burst of fun and sweetness.
Ingredients
- 2 cups white chocolate chips (340g)
- 1 can sweetened condensed milk (14oz / 396g)
- 2 cups mini marshmallows (100g)
- 1.5 teaspoons cotton candy flavoring (7ml)
- Food coloring (gel or liquid, pastel pink & blue, optional)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (28g)
- Pinch of salt (optional)
- Rainbow sprinkles (optional, for topping)
Instructions
- Line an 8×8-inch pan with parchment paper or nonstick foil, leaving an overhang for easy lifting. Lightly butter or spray if desired.
- In a medium saucepan over low heat, add butter, white chocolate chips, sweetened condensed milk, and mini marshmallows. Stir constantly for 5-7 minutes until smooth and glossy.
- Remove from heat. Stir in cotton candy flavoring and a pinch of salt, if using. Divide the mixture evenly into two bowls.
- Add a few drops of pastel pink food coloring to one bowl and pastel blue to the other. Blend gently.
- Spoon dollops of each color randomly into the prepared pan. Alternate colors for a fun look. Use a clean knife or toothpick to gently swirl the colors together.
- Sprinkle rainbow sprinkles or edible glitter on top if desired. Press gently to help them stick.
- Refrigerate uncovered for at least 2 hours, or until firm. For thicker fudge, chill up to 3 hours.
- Lift the fudge out using the parchment overhang. Cut into 25 squares (5 rows by 5 rows) for bite-size pieces. Wipe your knife between cuts for clean edges.
Notes
Use gel food coloring for vibrant pastel swirls without thinning the fudge. Divide and color quickly, as the mixture sets fast. For dairy-free or vegan options, use coconut condensed milk, vegan white chocolate chips, and vegan marshmallows. Fudge is best served chilled and can be frozen for up to 2 months. Wipe your knife between cuts for clean squares.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (about 30g)
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 15
- Fat: 4
- Carbohydrates: 16
- Protein: 1
Keywords: cotton candy fudge, pastel fudge, easy fudge, party dessert, carnival treat, kid-friendly, gluten-free fudge, homemade fudge, birthday party, whimsical dessert