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Vampire Fudge squares with bold red and black swirls on a silver tray

Vampire Fudge

A spooky and stunning Halloween treat featuring dramatic red and black swirls, rich flavor, and a creamy no-fail texture—perfect for parties, gifting, or baking with kids.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 2 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 12 minutes
Course Dessert, Holiday Treats, Snack
Cuisine American, Halloween Recipes
Servings 25 pieces
Calories 140 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1⅓ cups white candy melts can substitute with white chocolate chips
  • 1⅓ cups dark chocolate candy melts semi-sweet chocolate chips + black food coloring can be used instead
  • 16 ounces vanilla frosting store-bought, in a tub
  • red oil-based food coloring do not use water-based or gel coloring
  • black oil-based food coloring essential for rich color in the dark chocolate swirl

Instructions
 

  • Line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper or aluminum foil, leaving overhang for easy removal. Lightly spray if using foil.
  • Place white candy melts in one microwave-safe bowl and dark chocolate melts in another.
  • Microwave each bowl in 30-second bursts, stirring in between, until fully melted and smooth.
  • Remove the lid and foil seal from the vanilla frosting. Microwave on high for 35 seconds, or until pourable.
  • Divide the melted frosting equally between the two bowls of candy melts.
  • Add red oil-based food coloring to the white candy melt bowl and black to the dark chocolate bowl. Stir until evenly colored.
  • Alternately spoon red and black mixtures into the prepared baking dish to create layers.
  • Use a toothpick or butter knife to gently swirl the colors together for a marbled effect. Avoid overmixing.
  • Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or until completely set.
  • Lift the fudge from the dish using the parchment overhang. Peel away the paper and cut into squares or use cookie cutters for festive shapes.

Notes

Use oil-based food coloring only to avoid chocolate seizing. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week or freeze for up to 2 months. For a fruity variation, swirl in raspberry jam with the red portion. Kids love helping with the swirling step, making this a fun Halloween activity!

Nutrition

Calories: 140kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 60mgPotassium: 35mgSugar: 17gVitamin A: 10IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.4mg
Keyword black and red fudge, easy fudge recipe, Halloween fudge, Halloween party food, no bake Halloween treats, spooky fudge, Vampire Fudge
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