This Cherry Vanilla Bean Fudge is easy to make and just FIVE ingredients. So deliciously irresistible too!
Over the weekend we celebrated our sweet little Piper turning one!
I can’t believe that she is already one. Since we tried to get pregnant so hard with our other three kids, but Piper just kind of burst into our lives with joy and love . . . I affectionately refer to her as our Cherry On Top.
So we had a Cherry On Top birthday party! We did have an ice cream bar (you know, with cherries for on top) and Cherry Sangria (I made a double batch and it still wasn’t enough).
And as a party favor, we had Cherry Vanilla Bean Fudge!
Guys, I think I’m always going to give away fudge as a party favor from here on out. First of all, I was able to give it out in these absolutely adorable cups that totally fit my theme. (I also made a label for the top that I’m going to share with you later this week!)
Second of all, it is SO EASY. I love making fudge because it is SO EASY. You melt a bunch of stuff together, pour it into a square foil lined pan, wait for it to get hard, cut, and done. And then you do it three more times because you want to make your party guests fat. SO EASY.
You guys this fudge is crazy good. You are going to love it. Here’s the caveat. You need to use these candied cherries. You absolutely totally can use maraschino cherries, but if you do, you need to keep it refrigerated unless you are putting it in your mouth. In the fridge and cold, totally fine. Out for a few hours, mushy mess. So, use candied cherries or proceed with caution. The choice is yours.
Here’s my other caveat. I haven’t tried making it without the vanilla bean paste. I suspect that it will still be insanely delicious, so if you don’t want to drop the cash for the paste, I still think you can make it. BUT! Vanilla bean paste can be found at TJ Max and Marshall’s for like $6 a bottle when you are lucky. #worthit
Cherry Vanilla Bean Fudge
Ingredients
- 3 cups white chocolate chips
- 14 oz sweetened condensed milk
- 1 1/2 tsp vanilla bean paste
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup candied cherries chopped
Instructions
- Line an 8 by 8 inch glass dish with aluminum foil and set aside.
- Melt the chocolate chips and the sweetened condensed milk in a medium sauce pan over medium heat, stirring regularly.
- Once completely melted, stir in the vanilla bean paste, extract, and then the cherries.
- Pour into the foil lined pan. Put in the refrigerator and let set overnight. Cut into square pieces and store outside of the refrigerator for up to two weeks in an airtight container.
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Cherry Vanilla Bean Fudge
Paul Flynn says
I tried to make this fudge and both times it didn’t get hard. I used maraschino cherries. I drai ed them ,cut them up and added the cherries last. I cooked the fudge a little longer the last time but still did get hard. What am I doing wrong
My guess would be that even though you are drying the cherries, they are still adding too much liquid. I’ve only had success adding dried candied cherries. I would suggest switching to those or adding a half cup more chocolate chips.
Jane says
Made this for Christmas gifts last year and it will now be included annually. It’s delicious and so simple, but beautiful.
Thanks!
I’m so glad you like it!
Valerie says
Hello Lisa, just wondering what is Vanilla bean paste, I want to make the fudge, I love all of your recipes. Thankyou for making my life so much easier.
Thanks again
It’s a paste made from vanilla beans. Sometimes you can find it in the food aisle of stores like Home Goods and TJ Max for an affordable price. Otherwise you can buy it here: https://amzn.to/3N3xHiK
Sharon Douglas says
Just made vanilla bean cherry candy and put it in the fridge. Having small girls Christmas gathering tomorrow night. I think it’s so Christmasy. It looks perfect! Thanks for posting this little gem!
I’m so glad! I hope everyone loves it!
Linda says
I’m 81 and still love new recipes
Your never to old for something new
This makes my day, Linda!