Jelly Bean Fudge
Hey there, fellow sweet-tooths! So, let me tell you about this Jelly Bean Fudge. It’s a colorful explosion of chewy jelly beans suspended in a creamy, dreamy fudge… it’s like if a candy shop and a bakery had a love child. It’s special ’cause it combines candy in a way you probably haven’t thought to try yet — plus, it looks like an edible party! Perfect for grabbing and gobbling during a movie night with the kiddos or when you need a sugar rush. Try it ’cause, well, fudge with jelly beans — what’s not to love?!
Okay, so picture me wrestling for the last piece of Jelly Bean Fudge with my six-year-old — guess who won? Spoiler: Not me. This confection has become a staple in our chaotic family movie nights. My husband swears it tastes even better after the kids have gone to bed. It’s that perfect combo of ridiculous sweetness and fudge. The kiddos end up with sticky fingers, I end up with sticky counters, but hey, that’s family life, right? It’s messy, it’s sweet, just like this fudge.
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Why You’ll Love This Jelly Bean Fudge
Because first of all, it’s shockingly easy, and secondly, that burst of jelly bean flavor wrapped in creamy fudge is like a sweet surprise every bite. The kids will absolutely freak out at how fun it looks — like an edible art project gone right. Plus, it’s a total year-round recipe; takes you from gloomy February to sparkly holidays with zero effort.
How to Make It
Alright, let me walk you through this one like we’re two pals sipping coffee over my cluttered kitchen counter. First, get your ingredients together — I once forgot half the stuff and it was chaos (but still edible-ish, we’re not talking gourmet here). Melt your choice of chocolate over low heat, using the patience you didn’t know you had (no one loves burnt chocolate). Stir constantly, don’t zone out and scroll your phone like I may have done once, because seized chocolate is no fun. Mix in your condensed milk, letting it get all thick and luscious. Fold in those jelly beans last — if you dump them earlier, they melt into a neon nightmare in the heat. Press it into a dish, chuck it in the fridge, and wait for the magic to happen. Good luck, my friends, and may the fudge be with you.
Ingredient Notes
– Chocolate: Use whatever you have lurking in the pantry — chips, discs, or a block you found during a midnight craving. Just don’t burn it. Chocolate needs love too.
– Condensed Milk: It’s the luscious binder of the fudge world. Skip at your own fudge-less risk.
– Jelly Beans: If you’re like me, just use whatever the kids haven’t inhaled yet. Mix them in last unless candy soup is your thing.
Recipe Steps:
1. Melt chocolate slowly over low heat, stirring constantly.
2. Mix in condensed milk until smooth and thick.
3. Fold in jelly beans just before it sets, avoiding early melting.
4. Press mixture into a lined tray, refrigerate until firm.
5. Cut into squares and enjoy!
What to Serve It With
Serve it with a big glass of cold milk for the kiddos or a nice cup of coffee for you.
Tips & Mistakes
Make sure your chocolate doesn’t get too hot or things go south quickly. Also, jelly beans need to stay firm to keep their fun texture — don’t rush melting them in and creating candy syrup instead.
Storage Tips
Pop leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge. To be honest, my kids have devoured this cold ’cause patience isn’t their strong suit, and you know what? Still delish. Also, fudge for breakfast has happened; no regrets.
Variations and Substitutions
Got no jelly beans? M&M’s or gummy bears will do the trick — or even those sad-looking marshmallows hiding in the back of your pantry. I once used leftover Easter candy, and it worked like a charm.
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Jelly Bean Fudge
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 3 cups white chocolate chips
- 1 can sweetened condensed milk 14 oz can
- 1.5 cups jelly beans chopped
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter softened
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Line an 8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper and set aside.
- In a medium saucepan over low heat, combine white chocolate chips and sweetened condensed milk. Stir constantly until smooth.
- Remove from heat and stir in butter and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
- Fold in chopped jelly beans gently to avoid melting them.
- Pour mixture into prepared pan, spreading evenly. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until firm.
- Cut into squares and serve chilled.
Notes
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