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This strawberries and champagne fudge offers a luscious, creamy treat that feels both elegant and playful. Combining smooth white chocolate with fresh strawberry puree and a splash of bubbly champagne, each bite melts in your mouth with fruity brightness and a subtle sparkle. It’s a perfect choice for celebrations or whenever you want to add a special touch to your dessert lineup.
I first made this fudge at a holiday gathering, and everyone kept going back for seconds. The soft texture and delicate champagne note make it unforgettable.
Ingredients
- White chocolate chips: provide the creamy, sweet base essential for fudge choose high quality for smooth melting and richer taste
- Sweetened condensed milk: acts as the binding agent and contributes extra creaminess opt for fresh intact cans for best results
- Champagne: brings a celebratory pop and subtle fizz select a dry champagne and chill it well so it incorporates smoothly
- Strawberry puree: offers bright natural color and fresh berry flavor use ripe fragrant strawberries for the best outcome
- A pinch of salt: balances and sharpens all the flavors so the fudge is never overly sweet fine sea salt is preferred
- Red food coloring (optional): deepens the pink hue for a festive look gel coloring works best as it only takes a small amount
Instructions
- Line the Pan:
- Lay wax paper into an 8inch square pan smoothing it out and letting some paper hang over the edges. This helps lift the fudge out easily once set.
- Melt the Base:
- Place white chocolate chips and sweetened condensed milk in a medium saucepan. Warm over low heat while stirring constantly until the chips have melted completely and the mixture looks glossy and smooth.
- Pour in Champagne:
- Add the chilled champagne slowly stirring carefully. The mixture will fizz briefly keep stirring until it becomes silky and evenly blended.
- Add Strawberries and Salt:
- Fold in the strawberry puree along with a pinch of salt. Mix well until the color and texture are uniform with no streaks.
- Color if Desired:
- If you want a richer pink tone add a few drops of red gel food coloring. Stir until the color is consistent and looks just right.
- Set the Fudge:
- Pour the mixture into the prepared pan and smooth the top evenly with a spatula. Make sure the fudge reaches all corners of the pan.
- Chill to Firm:
- Place the pan in the refrigerator and chill for at least two hours or until the fudge feels firm to the touch.
- Slice and Serve:
- Lift the fudge out using the overhanging wax paper. Transfer it to a cutting board and slice into neat squares. Serve chilled for the best texture and flavor.
I always find myself adding a bit more strawberry puree than called for and sneaking a few pieces when no one is looking. The champagne flavor instantly reminds me of my parents’ anniversary parties when little elegant treats like this made everything feel special.
Storage Tips
Store fudge squares in an airtight container kept in the fridge to maintain freshness for up to one week. Place layers of wax paper between pieces to prevent sticking. For longer storage individually wrap pieces tightly in plastic wrap and then foil before freezing. They keep well this way for about two months.
Ingredient Substitutions
For a nonalcoholic twist substitute dry champagne with sparkling apple cider. The fudge will retain a fun fizz and fresh fruit flavor without alcohol. You can also experiment with different berries such as raspberries or blackberries for a unique fruity profile.
Serving Suggestions
Arrange fudge squares alongside fresh strawberries or sprinkle with chocolate curls for a beautiful dessert presentation. I love packaging small boxes of this fudge as homemade gifts for Valentine’s Day bridal showers or birthday celebrations. Its elegant look always impresses.
This strawberries and champagne fudge is an elegant yet easy treat perfect for celebrations. Make it ahead and serve chilled for best flavor.
Common Questions About Recipes
- → What type of chocolate works best?
White chocolate chips are preferred for their creamy base and sweet, mild flavor which complements the strawberries and champagne perfectly.
- → Can fresh strawberries be used?
Yes, fresh strawberries are ideal for the puree, lending bright color and authentic berry flavor to the mixture.
- → Is alcohol content still present?
Most alcohol evaporates during heating, but a mild essence remains. For a non-alcoholic option, sparkling juice can be used instead.
- → How should the fudge be stored?
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator to maintain freshness and texture; consume within one week for best quality.
- → Can the color be intensified?
Yes, adding a few drops of red gel food coloring during mixing deepens the pink or red hue to your liking.