Can I make vampire fudge without condensed milk?

Yes, but the texture will be less creamy. You can substitute with heavy cream and sugar, though it requires more cooking and careful stirring.

How do I keep the colors bright?

Use gel food coloring instead of liquid dye. Gel is concentrated, giving bold results without thinning the mixture.

Can kids help make this recipe?

Absolutely. Kids can help swirl the colors and decorate with candy eyes or sprinkles. Just be sure an adult handles the stovetop melting step.

Can I double the batch?

Yes, simply use a 9x13 inch pan instead of an 8x8 and double all ingredients. The setting time may increase slightly.

What’s the best chocolate to use?

Semi-sweet chocolate chips work well for balance, but dark chocolate creates a richer flavor. For more insight, read about types of chocolate explained by King Arthur Baking .

Homemade Vampire Fudge: The Ultimate Spooky Treat That Disappears Fast

Description

Homemade Vampire Fudge is a rich chocolate fudge swirled with bold red and black colors, perfect for Halloween parties. Creamy, spooky, and surprisingly easy to make, this treat disappears fast from any dessert table.

Ingredients

3 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
4 tbsp unsalted butter
1 tsp vanilla extract
2 tbsp black cocoa powder
Red gel food coloring (as needed)
Optional: candy eyes, sprinkles, crushed cookies

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Instructions

1️⃣ Prepare the Pan
• Line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
• Lightly grease the paper for easy fudge removal.

2️⃣ Melt the Base
• In a saucepan over low heat, melt chocolate chips, condensed milk, and butter.
• Stir until smooth, then remove from heat and stir in vanilla.

3️⃣ Divide and Color
• Pour half the mixture into a bowl.
• Add black cocoa to the saucepan fudge, and red gel coloring to the reserved portion.

4️⃣ Layer the Fudge
• Spread the black fudge into the pan.
• Drop spoonfuls of red fudge on top.

5️⃣ Swirl the Colors
• Use a toothpick or skewer to drag through the fudge, creating a marbled swirl.

6️⃣ Chill
• Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until firm.

7️⃣ Slice and Serve
• Lift fudge from the pan, cut into squares, and style for your Halloween table.

Notes

For bold color, always use gel food coloring. Liquid dye can weaken the swirl.
Add candy eyes or sprinkles before chilling for extra Halloween flair.
Fudge can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for a week or frozen for 3 months.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes + Chill Time: 2 hours
Category: Dessert
Method: No-Bake
Cuisine: American