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This Strawberries and Cream Heart Fudge is made with creamy white chocolate and freeze dried strawberries. The perfect heart shaped dessert for Special days.

Its just something about the combination of sweet strawberries and creamy white chocolate. When Valentine’s Day rolls around, or any special occasion calls for a heartfelt homemade treat, this Valentine Strawberries and Cream Fudge recipe delivers both visually and with incredible flavor. The creamy white chocolate base, vibrant strawberry swirls, and adorable heart shaped presentation, this no-bake fudge recipe is as beautiful as it is indulgent.

Whether you’re looking for Valentine’s Day desserts, anniversary treats, or just want to show someone you care, this strawberry fudge recipe is definitely going to impress.

Why This Strawberry and Cream Fudge Heart Recipe is a Must Try

Unlike traditional chocolate fudge, this strawberries and cream version offers a twist that’s perfect for loved themed celebrations. The beautiful marbled pink and white swirls create an Instagram-worthy dessert that tastes even better than it looks. The key ingredient in this recipe is freeze dried strawberries. Unlike fresh strawberries, which contain a lot of water and can make fudge grainy or prevent it from setting properly, freeze dried strawberries provide concentrated strawberry flavor in a shelf-stable form. When ground into a powder, they blend seamlessly into the white chocolate mixture, creating that gorgeous pink color naturally without any artificial dyes.

The white chocolate serves as the perfect canvas for the strawberry flavor. Its sweet and creamy, which complement the tartness of the strawberries beautifully. The addition of condensed milk ensures your fudge has that classic smooth, melt-in-your-mouth texture that makes fudge so irresistible.

What makes this recipe special is its versatility. While it’s designed with Valentine’s Day in mind, you can adapt it for weddings, bridal showers, baby showers, or any celebration where you want to add a touch of sweetness. The white chocolate base paired with real strawberry pieces creates a flavor profile that’s both sweet, fun and sophisticated.

Yield: 16 Pieces of Strawberries and Cream Heart Fudge

Equipment:

Measuring Cups
Measuring Spoons
Large Mixing Bowl
Coffee Grinder
5 Quart Sauce Pan
Spatula
Parchment Paper
9×9 Inch Pan
Small Heart Cookie Cutter

Timings:

Prep/Cook time: 60 minutes
Idle time: 3 hours
Total time: 4 hours

Ingredients:

1 1/4 Cup Freeze Dried Strawberries Plus Extra pieces for decor
24 Ounces White Chocolate Chips
2 Tablespoon of Butter Plus Extra for greasing the pan
1 14 Ounce Can of Condensed Milk
1 Teaspoon of Vanilla Extract or Paste

Instructions:

Creating the Fudge Base:

Grind or crush the freeze dried strawberries using a coffee grinder, food processor or blender. Leave some pieces chunky for texture. Place it to the side for later.
Next grease the sides of a 9×9 inch pan with butter and line the bottom with parchment paper. Use a sheet of parchment paper large enough that it hangs over two sides. This will help when removing the fudge later.
Melt the white chocolate, condensed milk, butter and vanilla in a sauce pan on medium heat. Stir the mixture continuously so it doesn’t stick to the pan.
When the mixture is completely melted and combined, pour 2/3 of it into the 9×9 inch pan.

Marbling and Cutting:

Quickly pour the crushed freeze dried strawberries into the fudge that still remains in the sauce pan. Use a spatula to fold in the freeze dried strawberries until it is completely combined with the vanilla fudge.
Use the spatula to put scoops of the strawberry fudge in random places in the pan on top of the vanilla fudge.
Next use a toothpick or knife to create swirls and lines thru the fudge to give it a marble effect.
Place the chunky or whole pieces of freeze dried strawberries on top of the strawberries and cream fudge for decoration.
Place the pan in the fridge. Let the fudge solidify in the fridge for a minimum of 3 hours or overnight.
When the fudge is solid, pull up the two ends of the parchment to release the strawberries and cream fudge from the pan.
Use the heart shape cookie cutter to cut out the fudge hearts. Clean the cutter every few cuts.
Place the hearts on a platter to Serve.

Enjoy!

TMI TIPs:

Working quickly is essential once you’ve melted your chocolate mixture. The fudge begins to set as it cools, so it’s essential to have your items prepared. The pan should be prepped and your freeze dried strawberries ground and ready to go before you start melting your chocolate. Stir continuously when melting the chocolate to prevent scorching in the pan.

The marbling technique is where you can really go in creatively. Don’t overwork the swirls. A few deliberate strokes with your toothpick or knife will create the truly beautiful patterns. If you swirl too much, the colors will blend together and you’ll lose the contrast.

Patience is key when chilling. Allowing the fudge to fully set ensures you will get clean cuts and a professional looking finish.

When cutting out hearts, dip your cookie cutter in hot water and dry with a paper towel in between cuts. This helps create clean edges and prevents the fudge from sticking to the cutter.

Don’t let those leftover pieces go to waste! The fudge scraps are perfect for crumbling over ice cream, mixing into milkshakes, or simply enjoying as a sweet snack. You can also cut them into squares with the heart cutout in the center for a charming presentation that uses every bit of your homemade fudge. (See picture)

Variations:

While this recipe is perfect as written, you can customize it to suit different tastes or occasions. Try adding a hint of lemon zest for brightness, or using raspberry powder instead of strawberry for a slightly different flavor profile.

For a more adult version, you could add a splash of strawberry liqueur to the melted chocolate mixture.

Storage

Storage and Prep Suggestions

These are best enjoyed fresh but can be kept in an air tight container in the fridge for a week. Because this fudge stores beautifully, you certainly can make ahead of time.

Why Homemade Fudge Makes the Perfect Gift

There are tons store bought chocolates and mass produced sweets but homemade fudge stands out as a truly special gift. The time and care you put into making these strawberry cream hearts shows your loved ones how much they mean to you. Package them in a pretty box lined with food safe tissue paper, or arrange them on a decorative plate for an impressive homemade gift that will rival anything you could buy at a fancy chocolate shop.

This recipe is also perfect for making with kids. Adult supervision is needed for the melting process, children can help grind the strawberries, create the swirls, place the decorative pieces, and cut out the hearts. It’s a wonderful way to spend quality time together while creating something delicious.

It also travels well, making it perfect for parties, school events, or surprise deliveries.

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Whether you’re planning a romantic dinner for two, preparing treats for a classroom Valentine’s Day party, or simply want to surprise someone special, this Valentine Strawberries and Cream Fudge delivers on all fronts. It’s elegant enough for a fancy celebration yet simple enough to make any day of the week. These Valentine Strawberries and Cream Fudge is proof that you don’t need complicated techniques to create a dessert that feels thoughtful, festive, and impressive. With its creamy texture, vibrant strawberry flavor, and charming heart-shaped presentation, it’s a treat that truly celebrates love.

So this Valentine’s Day, skip the store bought chocolates and create something truly special from your kitchen. With this easy strawberry fudge recipe, you’ll have a homemade treat that’s made with love and tastes absolutely divine.

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