Cherry Blossom Fudge Recipe

Indulge in this easy-to-make Cherry Blossom Fudge recipe! Delicate cherry flavor bursts through in every bite of this creamy, dreamy fudge, perfect for springtime gatherings or a sweet anytime treat. Ready in under an hour!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 4603.8 kcal
Protein 118g
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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Cherry Blossom Fudge

  • 1 cup evaporated milk
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 (1 ounce) package cherry flavored gelatin
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
  • 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup maraschino cherries, drained and chopped

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How to Make Cherry Blossom Fudge

  1. Grease and flour an 8x8 inch baking pan.
  2. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine 1 cup milk, 2 cups granulated sugar, and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
  3. Bring to a rolling boil, stirring constantly. Immediately stir in 1 package (1 ounce) of unflavored gelatin.
  4. Continue to boil for exactly 4 minutes, stirring constantly to prevent burning.
  5. Remove from heat and stir in 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 1 cup maraschino cherries, drained and chopped.
  6. Pour the mixture into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
  7. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until firm, before cutting into squares.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

76 g

Sugar

1534g

Fat

925g

Carbs

161g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Cherry Blossom Fudge?

Cherry Blossom Fudge takes about 55 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 40 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Cherry Blossom Fudge?

Cherry Blossom Fudge has approximately 4603.8 calories per serving, with about 118 g protein, 161 g carbohydrates and 461 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Cherry Blossom Fudge?

The key ingredients for Cherry Blossom Fudge are Evaporated Milk, White Sugar, Salt, Cherry Gelatin, Butter, Semi Sweet Chocolate Chips. See the full list with measurements above.

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