Candy Corn Fudge Easy Halloween Treat
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If you want a fun Halloween treat that’s colorful, creamy, and guaranteed to bring smiles, this easy candy corn fudge recipe is for you. With layers of yellow, orange, and white chocolate fudge, it looks just like actual candy corn.
The good news is you only need a handful of simple ingredients like white chocolate chips, butter, and sweetened condensed milk to make it. The best part is that it sets up beautifully in the refrigerator, so all you need is enough time to let it chill.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Made with pantry staples like white chocolate chips, butter, and sweetened condensed milk
- No candy thermometer required for this homemade fudge
- The colorful layers make it perfect for Halloween parties
- Easy fudge recipe that looks impressive with very little effort
- Can be topped with actual candy corn for an extra festive touch
- Stores well in an airtight container for days
Ingredients for candy corn fudge
- White chocolate chips, divided
- Sweetened condensed milk, divided
- Butter, divided
- Candy corn, optional
- Orange gel food coloring
- Yellow gel food coloring
Equipment and kitchen tools
- Parchment-lined square baking dish
How to make Halloween fudge
Step 1 – Line a square baking dish. For the yellow layer, add white chocolate chips,. butter, and about 1/3 of the can of sweetened condensed milk to a microwave safe bowl and heat. Add yellow food coloring
Step 2 – Pour this mixture into the prepared baking dish, and smooth out evenly. Chill
Step 3 – Microwave another 1 cup of white chocolate chips, 1/3 can of sweetened condensed milk, and 1/2 tbsp. butter and add orange food coloring.
Step 4 – Pour this mixture over the yellow layer, and smooth out evenly and chill.
Step 5 – For the final layer, add remaining white chocolate chips, sweetened condensed milk, and 1/2 tbsp. butter. Microwave.
Step 6 – Add the final mixture over top of the orange layer and smooth out evenly. Chill about 3-4 hours Cut into squares and top each piece with a candy corn.
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Tips for the Best Results
- Line your square baking pan with parchment paper or wax paper so the fudge releases cleanly. Nonstick cooking spray works too, but parchment or foil makes lifting easier.
- Work quickly after melting the chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl, since white chocolate fudge firms up fast.
- Use candy colorings like gel food coloring for the yellow layer and orange layer. Regular liquid coloring can thin the fudge too much.
- Cut into small squares with a sharp knife once chilled for neat, even layers.
Substitutions and Variations
- Try peanut butter chips or peanut butter swirled into one layer for a flavor twist.
- Add chopped candy bars like a Butterfinger candy bar for a fun crunch.
- Use candy melts if you don’t have white chocolate chips on hand.
- A drop or two of vanilla extract mixed into the final layer gives a richer flavor.
- Make it in a loaf pan instead of a square baking pan for slightly thicker pieces.
- For a softer texture, melt the ingredients on low heat using a double boiler or medium saucepan on medium heat instead of the microwave.
FAQs about Candy Corn Fudge
No, this easy candy corn fudge recipe doesn’t require one. Melting in a microwave-safe bowl or over low heat is all you need.
Keep it in an airtight container at room temperature for a few days, or refrigerate if you want it firmer.
Yes. Wrap pieces in wax paper or aluminum foil, place them in a freezer-safe container, and freeze for up to two months. Thaw at room temperature before serving.
Drops of orange food coloring and yellow coloring in gel form work best. If you only have liquid coloring, use very little to avoid thinning the fudge.
No, it’s optional. Some candy corn fans love the look, while others prefer smooth tops. Either way, the fudge will taste amazing.
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Candy Corn Fudge
Ingredients
- 3 cups white chocolate chips divided
- 12 ounces sweetened condensed milk divided
- 1 1/2 tbsp. butter divided
- 16 pieces of candy corn optional
- Orange gel food coloring
- Yellow gel food coloring
Instructions
- Line a square baking dish with wax paper or parchment, and set aside.
- For the yellow layer, add 1 cup white chocolate chips, 1/2 tbsp. butter, and about 1/3 of the can of sweetened condensed milk (about 6 1/2 tbsp.), to a microwave safe bowl.
- Heat for 30 seconds. Stir well, and then heat for 30 seconds more. The mixture should be melted.
- Add 1-2 drops of yellow food coloring, and stir until there are no more streaks.
- Pour this mixture into the prepared baking dish, and smooth out evenly.
- Move to the refrigerator to chill for 1 hour.
- For the next layer, microwave another 1 cup of white chocolate chips, 1/3 can of sweetened condensed milk, and 1/2 tbsp. butter just like you did the first.
- Add orange gel coloring, and stir until there are no streaks.
- Pour this mixture over the yellow layer, and smooth out evenly.
- Put the fudge back into the refrigerator to chill for another hour.
- For the final layer, microwave another round of 1 cup white chocolate chips, 1/3 can of sweetened condensed milk, and 1/2 tbsp. butter.
- Don’t add any coloring, we will leave this one white.
- Add the final mixture over top of the orange layer and smooth out evenly.
- Place the fudge back into the refrigerator to chill for 4 more hours.
- Cut into squares, and if desired, top each piece with a candy corn.
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