Easy Cherry Chocolate Fudge made with three ingredients in the microwave in less than 3 minutes! Easy fudge recipe ever with tons of cherry and chocolate flavor – no boiling or candy thermometers needed.
Easy Cherry Chocolate Fudge is our new favorite candy recipe. Super easy to make and the flavor is absolutely incredible. Who knew you could make such delicious fudge with only three ingredients and a microwave? My kids can even make this fudge all by themselves!
The greatest thing about this fudge recipe is that there are so many simple variations. Different fruit, different chocolate, different frosting. You can change it up however you’d like and all the variations are just as simple to make. And they are all delicious. My favorite variation on this recipe is to use white chocolate chips instead of semi-sweet. You’ll get more of a vanilla cherry flavor that is so yummy!
Ingredients in Cherry Chocolate Fudge
12 oz semi-sweet chocolate chips
16 oz can cherry frosting
16 oz jar maraschino cherries, drained and quartered
How to make Cherry Chocolate Fudge
Prepare an 8X8 dish by buttering a piece of foil and pressing it into the pan.
In a glass bowl, melt the chocolate chips by microwaving in 20-second intervals, stirring after each interval until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth. This usually takes me 2-3 intervals. Make sure not to overcook the chocolate or it will start to seize up.
Stir in the frosting and the chopped cherries and mix until well combined. Pour into prepared pan and spread until even and smooth. Refrigerate for about an hour to set up and then slice into squares. Can store in the refrigerator or at room temperature.
Cherry Chocolate Fudge
Ingredients
- 12 oz semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 16 oz can cherry frosting
- 16 oz jar maraschino cherries drained and quartered
Instructions
- Prepare an 8X8 dish by buttering a piece of foil and pressing it into the pan.
- In a glass bowl, melt the chocolate chips by microwaving in 20-second intervals, stirring after each interval until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth. This usually takes me 2-3 intervals. Make sure not to overcook the chocolate or it will start to seize up.
- Stir in the frosting and the chopped cherries and mix until well combined. Pour into prepared pan and spread until even and smooth. Refrigerate for about an hour to set up and then slice into squares. Can store in the refrigerator or at room temperature.
Nutrition
CAN YOU FREEZE FUDGE?
Yes, after the candy has completely set, you can safely freeze it in an airtight container for up to 3 months.
HOW LONG IS HOMEMADE FUDGE GOOD FOR?
Normally, fudge can be good for up to 4 weeks if stored in an airtight container at room temperature. You can extend that up to 6-8 weeks if the fudge is stored in the refrigerator.
I have found that this fudge doesn’t last quite as long because of the cherries – if they aren’t dried really well, then the extra moisture can start making the fudge a little bit soggy after a few days. Mine never lasts very long, but I have stored it in the fridge with no problems for over a week.
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Easy Cherry Chocolate Fudge made with three ingredients in the microwave in less than 3 minutes! Easy fudge recipe ever with tons of cherry and chocolate flavor – no boiling or candy thermometers needed.
Allison says
I love how easy this is. It’s delicious, too!
Suzy says
Loving the cherry flavor in this fudge! So tasty!
Carol Hawley says
Could you please give cup sizes for ingredients. Thanking you in advance . This looks delicious & a must try
Therese says
Super easy and yummy! I made 4 different flavor combinations 👩🏽🍳😋❤️💚🙏🏼🎄
Dina says
A little gooey. Couldn’t get it to set up. Good flavor though. Followed the recipe exactly. Probably won’t make it again.
Nellie says
Not sure why it wouldn’t set up?! Maybe the cherries needed to be drained a bit more? I’ve made this fudge so many times with different chocolate and flavors of frosting and it always turns out so well! Sorry to hear it didn’t set up for you but it sounds like there was some extra moisture for sure.
Barbara says
I have been looking for a Cherry Chocolate Fudge recipe for 3 years. My last landlady made some and gave me some for Christmas. I loved it. Been wanting to make my own for me, family and friends.
I have asked so many chefs, but never got an answer. So glad you posted this.
I will get the ingredients and make a batch for me to start with. Thanks!!!