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Published: Jan 19, 2023 · Modified: Apr 23, 2023 by Kelly Bloom · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

Valentine's Strawberry Fudge

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Valentine's strawberry fudge is the perfect way to show your loved ones just how much they mean to you. Beautiful in its bright red-pink color and pretty heart decorations, but it tastes absolutely divine also!

squares of pink and red strawberry fudge placed on a plate.

Why You Will Love This Recipe

This rich, creamy 2 ingredient strawberry fudge recipe comes together in 15 minutes flat and will surely put smile on the face of everyone who receives it. With its pretty pink & red marbled colors and irresistible taste, everyone is sure to appreciate this delectable treat!

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  • Why You Will Love This Recipe
  • Ingredients
  • How to Make Strawberry Fudge
  • Serving Suggestions
  • Related Recipes
  • Substitutions
  • Variations
  • Equipment
  • Storage
  • Tips for Success
  • Frequently Asked Questions
  • Food Safety
  • Some Other Recipes We Are Sure You Will Love
  • 📖 Recipe
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Ingredients

You just need candy melts and store bought frosting to make this 2 ingredient strawberry fudge recipe. Pink, red, and white candy melts transform into a simple, easy strawberry fudge using store bought buttercream or white frosting.

  • Buttercream frosting - Use either canned store bought frosting in a vanilla or strawberry flavor.
  • Red Candy Melts - I used Wilton brand, but use any brand you like.
  • Pink Candy Melts - I used Wilton brand, but use any brand you like.
  • Strawberry Extract - Use a light hand, about 1 teaspoon or less. Or use the strawberry flavored frosting and candy melts.
  • Valentine's sprinkle mix - red, pink, or white colors.
  • Pink and Red Heart sprinkles - in red, pink, white, or combo color.

PRO TIP: Instead of buying individual decorating items, look for a fancy Valentine sprinkles blend with a little of everything in it!

ingredients for making Strawberry Valentines Fudge.

Full ingredient amounts and preparation instructions are in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.

How to Make Strawberry Fudge

If you're looking for a unique and delicious way to celebrate Valentine's Day, look no further than this easy 2 ingredient strawberry fudge. This delectable fudge is quick and easy to make, making it the perfect edible Valentine treat to share with friends and loved ones this year!

Read on for step by step instructions on how to craft the perfect romantic strawberry fudge delight.

Melt the Red & Pink Candy Melts

  1. Melt the red candy wafers by using a Wilton candy melter or the microwave.

    Microwave Method: Melt the candy melts in the microwave in 20 second increments. Stir in between each increment. Remove when fully melted.

    Wilton Candy Method: Add candy melts to the melter and turn it on. Stir every few minutes until fully melted.

  2. Repeat the melting process for the pink candy melts next. Keep the red and pink melted candy in separate bowls.
melted red candy melts in a bowl.

Flavor the Frosting

  1. Remove the frosting tub lid and microwave for 45 seconds to one minute, or until melted. Stir to make it smooth and creamy. Set aside about half a teaspoon so you can attach candy hearts to the fudge later, if you are using them.

  2. Add the strawberry extract to the melted frosting and mix in well.

Melted buttercream frosting in a Pyrex measuring cup with vanilla being added.

Mix with the Frosting

  1. Pour half the frosting into the bowl of melted red candy melts, and half into the bowl of melted pink candy melts.

  2. Stir both bowls vigorously until well blended.
pouring melted buttercream frosting into melted red candy melts.

Pour into A Baking Dish

  1. Line your square baking dish with parchment paper, making sure to leave some overhang so you can lift the fudge out after it sets up.

  2. Alternate pouring the red and pink mixtures into the baking dish so that you get a marbled look.
Red fudge mixture added to lined baking dish in alternating spots.
pink fudge mixture added to lined baking dish in alternating spots.

Decorate with Valentine's Day Sprinkles

  1. Once all the melted frosting mixtures are poured into the baking dish, tap it on the counter a few times to settle it and remove any air pockets.

  2. Sprinkle the top with the Valentine's sprinkle mix and use that teaspoon of frosting your set aside to glue the larger heart decorations on the surface of the fudge. Chill for two hours in the refrigerator. Slice and serve!
baking pan of strawberry fudge sprinkled with Valentines themed sprinkles.

Serving Suggestions

What better way to show your love and appreciation for someone on Valentine's Day than to do something sweet?

Whether it's a gift, an act of kindness, or - in this case! - a homemade dessert made with love, nothing beats showing someone you care by finding a creative way to express it.

For more delicious Valentine treats see our:

  • Raspberry Linzer Cookies
  • Red Velvet Cake Mix Crinkle Cookies
  • Chocolate Dipped Pink Sugar Cookies.
squares of pink and red strawberry fudge placed in a Valentine gift box.

Full ingredient amounts and preparation instructions are in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.

Related Recipes

  • 3 Minute Fudge
  • Reese's Peanut Butter Fudge
  • Chocolate Dipped Pink Sugar Cookies
  • Pink Hot Chocolate
  • Valentine's Chocolate Covered Pretzels

Substitutions

I substituted a strawberry flavored buttercream for the frosting. I also found berry flavored pink candy melts, so I did not use any strawberry flavored extract.

Variations

You can change the colors in this 2 ingredient strawberry fudge recipe for any time of the year! Just change the flavor of frosting, and color of candy melts, and sprinkles:

  • Grinch Fudge - Use this strawberry fudge recipe to make the cutest Grinch themed fudge. Melt red and lime green candy melts, and decorate with Christmas sprinkles.

  • St. Patricks Fudge - Use dark green and light green candy melts with St. Patrick's Day sprinkles, or candy Lucky Charms as the decor.

  • Easter Fudge - Use pink and yellow candy melts and decorate with the small Cadbury candy coated eggs!

Equipment

Equipment can have a big impact on how a recipe turns out. Below are some of my favorite pieces of equipment that I use when making this strawberry fudge.

  • Wilton Candy Melter
  • Red Candy Melts
  • Pink Candy Melts
  • Valentine's Day Sprinkle Blend
  • Valentine Heart Mix
  • Sous Vide Circulator for saucepans

Storage

Cut this Valentine's fudge and place it on a platter to allow the cut surfaces to dry. When dry, place the fudge pieces in an air tight container with parchment or wax paper separating the layers.

Tips for Success

  • Use caution when melting the candy melts. Too much heat will make them seize and harden, rendering them useless.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I freeze this strawberry fudge?

Yes you can. Separate with wax paper in an air tight container. Keep in the freezer for up to 6 months.

My candy melts keep getting hard and lumpy in the microwave, why?

Too much heat. When using the microwave, use the Defrost setting instead of the full heat when using the microwave instructions for melting.

Food Safety

  • Do not use the same utensils on cooked food, that previously touched raw meat
  • Wash hands after touching raw meat
  • Don't leave food sitting out at room temperature for extended periods
  • Never leave cooking food unattended
  • Use oils with high smoking point to avoid harmful compounds
  • Always have good ventilation when using a gas stove

See more guidelines at USDA.gov.

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squares of pink and red strawberry fudge placed on a plate.
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Valentine's Strawberry Fudge

Valentine's strawberry fudge is the perfect way to show your loved ones just how much they mean to you. Beautiful in its bright red-pink color and pretty heart decorations, but it tastes absolutely divine also!
Prep Time15 minutes mins
Cook Time6 minutes mins
chilling2 hours hrs
Total Time2 hours hrs 21 minutes mins
Course: Desserts, Holiday
Cuisine: American
Servings: 16 pieces
Calories: 81kcal
Author: Kelly Bloom

Equipment

  • Wilton Candy Melter
  • Red Candy Melts
  • Pink Candy Melts
  • Valentine's Day Sprinkle Blend
  • Valentine Heart Mix
  • Anova Sous Vide Cook Set

Ingredients

  • 1 tub Buttercream frosting
  • ¾ cup red candy melts
  • ¾ cup pink candy melts
  • 1 teaspoon Strawberry extract optional if you are using flavored candy melts or flavored frosting.
  • 1 teaspoon Valentine Sprinkle mix
  • 1 teaspoon pink and red heart sprinkles
US Customary - Metric

Instructions

  • Melt the red candy wafers by using a Wilton candy melter, the microwave, or even an inexpensive sous vide circulator attached to a saucepan of water.
    Microwave Method: Melt the candy melts in the microwave in 20 second increments. Stir in between each increment. Remove when fully melted.
    Wilton Candy Method: Add candy melts to the melter and turn it on. Stir every few minutes until fully melted.
    Sous Vide Melting Method: Attach the sous vide circulator to a saucepan ¾ full of warm water. Seal each color of candy melting wafers in sous vide bags or air tight ziplock bags. Tuck each bag in the water and turn the sous vide to 115 F. After it reaches 115 F, replace some of the water and replace with ice cubes to reduce the temperature to 80 F. While the water works it way back to 91 F, take the bags of candy melts out every few minutes and squish them to help create the Form V crystals needed to have well tempered candy melts.
    ¾ cup red candy melts
  • Repeat the melting process for the pink candy melts next. Keep the red and pink melted candy in separate bowls.
    ¾ cup pink candy melts
  • Remove the frosting tub lid and microwave for 45 seconds to one minute, or until melted. Stir to make it smooth and creamy. Set aside about half a teaspoon so you can attach candy hearts to the fudge later, if you are using them.
    1 tub Buttercream frosting
  • Add the strawberry extract to the melted frosting and mix in well.
    1 teaspoon Strawberry extract
  • Pour half the frosting into the bowl of melted red candy melts, and half into the bowl of melted pink candy melts.
  • Stir both bowls vigorously until well blended.
  • Line your square baking dish with parchment paper, making sure to leave some overhang so you can lift the fudge out after it sets up.
  • Alternate pouring the red and pink mixtures into the baking dish so that you get a marbled look.
  • Once all the melted frosting mixtures are poured into the baking dish, tap it on the counter a few times to settle it and remove any air pockets.
  • Sprinkle the top with the Valentine's sprinkle mix and use that teaspoon of frosting your set aside to glue the larger heart decorations on the surface of the fudge. Chill for two hours in the refrigerator. Slice and serve!
    1 teaspoon Valentine Sprinkle mix, 1 teaspoon pink and red heart sprinkles

Notes

  • Use caution when melting the candy melts. Too much heat will make them seize and harden, rendering them useless. The 'defrost' setting has a gentler heat and will reduce the chance of seizing the candy melts.

Nutrition

Calories: 81kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Sodium: 23mg | Potassium: 3mg | Sugar: 11g | Calcium: 0.3mg | Iron: 0.01mg
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