Monster Fudge: Spooky and Fun Halloween Treat Recipe

Introduction

Monster Fudge is a spooky and fun Halloween treat that’s perfect for parties or festive snacking. Combining rich chocolate with playful decorations, it’s sure to delight both kids and adults alike. Easy to make and delightfully gooey, this fudge adds a creative twist to your holiday sweets.

Ingredients

• 3 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 1 can (14oz) sweetened condensed milk
• ¼ cup butter
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• Green food coloring
• Orange and black decorating gel
• Candy eyeballs
• Mini marshmallows
• Crushed chocolate cookies
• Halloween sprinkles

Instructions

1. Step 1: Line an 8×8 inch pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.
2. Step 2: In a medium saucepan, combine the chocolate chips, sweetened condensed milk, and butter. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly until the mixture is smooth and fully combined.
3. Step 3: Remove the pan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
4. Step 4: Divide the fudge mixture evenly in half. Add green food coloring to one half and stir well.
5. Step 5: Pour the chocolate fudge into the prepared pan, then drop spoonfuls of the green fudge on top. Use a knife to swirl them together gently, creating a “monster” marbled effect.
6. Step 6: Refrigerate the fudge for at least 2 hours, or until fully set.
7. Step 7: Once set, lift the fudge from the pan using the parchment paper and cut into squares.
8. Step 8: Decorate each square with orange and black decorating gel to draw monster faces. Add candy eyeballs, mini marshmallows, crushed chocolate cookies, and Halloween sprinkles for extra spooky fun.

Tips & Variations

• Use a silicone spatula for smoother mixing and easier scraping of the fudge mixture.
• Swap semi-sweet chocolate chips for dark or milk chocolate to adjust sweetness.
• Try adding a pinch of sea salt to the chocolate mixture for a subtle salty contrast.
• For a no-sugar alternative, experiment with sugar-free chocolate chips and sugar-free decorating gels.

Storage

Store the decorated fudge covered in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. Let pieces sit at room temperature for a few minutes before serving to soften slightly. For longer storage, you can freeze the fudge wrapped tightly for up to one month; thaw in the refrigerator before decorating.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make this fudge without food coloring?

Yes, you can skip the green food coloring if you prefer a classic chocolate fudge look. The swirl effect will be less colorful but still delicious.

What can I use instead of candy eyeballs?

If candy eyeballs aren’t available, small chocolate chips, raisins, or mini M&M’s work well as monster eyes for decoration.

Monster Fudge: Spooky and Fun Halloween Treat Recipe

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This Monster Fudge recipe is a fun and spooky Halloween treat that’s perfect for celebrating the season. Made with rich semi-sweet chocolate, sweetened condensed milk, and butter, this fudge is divided and colored green to create a playful monster swirl effect. Decorated with candy eyeballs, mini marshmallows, and festive Halloween sprinkles, it’s both delicious and visually exciting, ideal for parties or as a seasonal dessert.

• Author: Stella
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 10 minutes
• Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
• Yield: 16 squares 1x
• Category: Dessert
• Method: Stovetop
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Fudge Base

• 3 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
• ¼ cup butter
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Coloring

• Green food coloring

Decorations

• Orange and black decorating gel
• Candy eyeballs
• Mini marshmallows
• Crushed chocolate cookies
• Halloween sprinkles

Instructions

1. Prepare Pan: Line an 8×8 inch pan with parchment paper ensuring the sides are covered for easy removal of the fudge after it sets.
2. Combine Ingredients: In a medium saucepan, combine the semi-sweet chocolate chips, sweetened condensed milk, and butter.
3. Cook Fudge Base: Cook the mixture over low heat, stirring constantly to prevent scorching, until it becomes smooth and fully melted.
4. Add Vanilla: Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract evenly into the fudge.
5. Divide Mixture: Pour the fudge mixture into two separate bowls, dividing it in half.
6. Add Coloring: Add green food coloring to one half of the fudge and mix well until the color is evenly distributed.
7. Layer Fudge: Pour the chocolate fudge mixture into the prepared pan first, then drop spoonfuls of the green fudge on top in random spots.
8. Create Monster Swirl: Using a knife, gently swirl the green fudge into the chocolate fudge to create a marbled monster effect.
9. Chill to Set: Refrigerate the pan for at least 2 hours until the fudge is firm and fully set.
10. Cut Pieces: Remove the parchment paper from the pan and cut the fudge into squares.
11. Decorate: Use orange and black decorating gel to draw fun monster faces on each fudge square. Add candy eyeballs, mini marshmallows, crushed chocolate cookies, and Halloween sprinkles for added spooky decoration.
12. Storage: Store the decorated fudge covered in the refrigerator to keep it fresh until serving.

Notes

• Make sure to stir constantly on low heat to prevent fudge from burning or sticking.
• Use parchment paper with overhanging edges for easier removal of fudge from the pan.
• You can customize decorations with other Halloween candy or colors for variety.
• Store the fudge in an airtight container in the refrigerator to maintain freshness.
• Allow fudge to come to room temperature for a few minutes before serving to soften slightly.

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