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Decadent Chocolate-Covered Strawberry Frosted Fudge

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A rich and creamy fudge with a luscious strawberry frosting and a shiny chocolate coating, perfect for parties and special occasions.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder (preferably Dutch-processed)
  • 1 cup whole milk (room temperature)
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cut into cubes
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened (for frosting)
  • 2 cups powdered sugar, sifted
  • 1/4 cup fresh strawberry puree (strained to remove seeds)
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1 1/2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
  • 1 tablespoon coconut oil or vegetable oil

Instructions

  1. Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy fudge removal. Set aside.
  2. In a medium saucepan, whisk together granulated sugar and cocoa powder until well combined.
  3. Pour in whole milk and add unsalted butter cubes. Place the pan over medium heat.
  4. Stir constantly until the mixture comes to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for about 5 minutes, stirring frequently until thick and glossy. Be careful not to burn it.
  5. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract. Quickly pour the fudge mixture into the prepared pan and spread evenly. Let cool for about 20 minutes until just set but still slightly warm.
  6. In a large bowl, beat softened butter until creamy. Gradually add sifted powdered sugar, alternating with strawberry puree and lemon juice. Beat until smooth and fluffy. Adjust sweetness or strawberry flavor as desired.
  7. Spread the strawberry frosting evenly over the fudge base. Smooth with an offset spatula and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to set completely.
  8. Melt semisweet chocolate chips with coconut oil in a double boiler or microwave in 30-second bursts, stirring until smooth.
  9. Remove chilled fudge from fridge. Lift fudge out using parchment overhang and place on a wire rack with a baking sheet underneath. Pour melted chocolate evenly over the top and spread if needed. Let chocolate harden at room temperature or refrigerate for 15 minutes.
  10. Once chocolate shell is firm, use a sharp knife warmed in hot water and dried between cuts to slice fudge into small squares. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge.

Notes

If fudge mixture is too runny after boiling, cook a few minutes longer to thicken. Spread frosting when fudge is slightly warm but not hot to prevent melting. Use a sharp knife warmed in hot water and dried between cuts for clean slices. Adding coconut oil to melted chocolate gives a glossy finish and nice snap. For dairy-free, substitute butter with vegan margarine or coconut oil and use plant-based milk. Frozen strawberries can be used for frosting if thawed and strained.

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