Description
These Best Fudge Hearts are a delightful and easy-to-make sweet treat, perfect for special occasions like Valentine’s Day. Made with pink candy melts and creamy sweetened condensed milk, they are piped into adorable heart shapes and chilled until set, resulting in a smooth, rich fudge that’s both visually appealing and delicious.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 12 ounces pink candy melts (1 bag)
- 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk (1/2 a 14-ounce can)
Instructions
- Prepare the tools: Prepare a disposable decorating bag fitted with a size 1M open star tip. Line a baking tray with wax or parchment paper to ensure easy removal of the fudge hearts.
- Melt the ingredients: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the pink candy melts and sweetened condensed milk. Microwave at 70 percent power for 90 seconds. Stir thoroughly using residual heat to melt the candy completely. If needed, continue microwaving in 15-second intervals until smooth.
- Let the mixture stiffen: Allow the mixture to sit at room temperature, stirring every 5 minutes, until it thickens to the consistency of frosting. This typically takes between 30 to 45 minutes.
- Pipe the hearts: Transfer the stiffened mixture into the prepared decorating bag, securing the opening with a rubber band. Pipe heart shapes onto the lined baking sheet carefully.
- Chill to set: Place the baking sheet in the refrigerator and chill the fudge hearts until firmly set, about 2 hours. Once set, remove and serve.
Notes
- Make sure to stir the mixture well to avoid lumps and ensure a smooth texture.
- Use a disposable decorating bag for easier cleanup and handling of the sticky fudge mixture.
- Be patient during the stiffening stage; the right consistency is key for piping neat hearts.
- You can substitute different colors of candy melts to customize for various occasions.
- Store fudge hearts in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- Prep Time: 7 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
