Candy Corn Fudge . . . Just another pretty fudge.
Candy Corn Fudge . . . . Just because I can.
The coloring I used was Wilton’s gel and to give it a strong color I scooped out a bit with the edge of a teaspoon. I mixed the coloring into the sweetened condensed milk first before adding it to the chips to make the color more even. I prefer Ghiradelli white chocolate chips to other brands. Soften the white chocolate and shortening in the microwave for 30 seconds at 50% power. Chips will hold their shape until stirred so don’t microwave again until you stir the chips and shortening together. If they are not soft enough to combine, then microwave again in 15 second bursts at 50% power until most chips are melted. Add the colored milk to the melted chocolate, stirring gently until combined. Microwave for 1 minute, during which time the milk will begin to boil. Quickly stir again. And pour into the prepared pan. There were some chips that were not fully melted yet, but they seemed to finish melting after I poured the layer.
I tried chilling the first layer in the freezer for the few minutes needed to prepare the second layer, thinking that would help the layers “stick” together if they were both slightly warm. For the third layer, I let the fudge totally set up in the fridge for a bit (like while we ate dinner!) before coming back and making the last layer. Didn’t seem to make any difference so do what fits your schedule and whim. Do, however, find a level spot in the fridge to place the cooling fudge so it doesn’t drift off to one side. If you have to set it on top of two dishes, put a half package of cheese on top of the shorter bowl so they are even – or whatever it takes!
When I posted a white chocolate fudge once before, someone mentioned that they had a hard time lifting the finished fudge from the pan. I’ve never had a problem with that Maybe because I lift the fudge with its waxed paper lining a couple of times in the cooling process. Taking it out of its comfort zone—good for people, good for fudge is my theory! Others say spraying the pan lightly with cooking spray before adding the waxed paper helps..
There are three variations. One is the Traditional Candy Corn: Trim one edge of the fudge so you have a clean straight cut. Make an inch thick slice all the way across the chilled fudge. Lay the strip on your cutting board so the layers are visible and begin cutting triangles. Every other triangle will have the white layer on top and the yellow at the point, but I guarantee only you and I will notice that when it is on the plate! 🙂 Variation Two: Press peanuts into the top of the last layer. This is a play on the popular peanut and candy corn mix. I like this best for taste because I like nuts, first of all, and the saltiness of the nuts counteracts the sweetness of the fudge just like it does for the “real” candy corns. Variation Three: Figure out where you plan to make your cut for fudge pieces. Press a line of candy corn into the top and cut the finished fudge so that a candy corn adorns the center of each piece.
[amd-zlrecipe-recipe:73]
Need more Halloween ideas? Check these links: Preschool Party Snacks and Games How to Make Pom Pom Spider Fun Foods for Kids Halloween Party Grasshopper Guts Smashed Frogs Zombie Brains
I’m so glad you stopped by today! Be sure to follow A Pinch of Joy so you don’t miss a thing!
Subscribe by email on the sidebar or follow on Facebook, RSS feed, bloglovin’ twitter and check out my pinterest boards. If you found this helpful or inspiring please share below! Your support of A Pinch of Joy is appreciated!
Maria says
Ohhh your fudge looks SOO good and so pretty too!!! Love the candy corn colors!!! Beautiful! 🙂
Linda says
I agree with Savannah! But cute idea. Thanks for linking to Saturday Dishes.
Linda
Savannah says
Pinned! I can only imagine how many pounds I could gain if I made this!
Winnie says
Wowwww these look sooooooooooo cute
Love the colors, and I’d love to grab a few