Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 3 cups white chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup cotton candy flavoring oil
- Pink food coloring
- 1/2 cup cotton candy, crushed
- 1/4 cup rainbow sprinkles
Special equipment needed:
- 8x8 inch baking dish
- Parchment paper
- Candy thermometer
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk
- Rubber spatula
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Line an 8x8 inch baking dish with parchment paper.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the sweetened condensed milk and white chocolate chips.
3. Place the mixing bowl over a pot of simmering water, making sure the bottom of the bowl does not touch the water.
4. Stir the mixture until the white chocolate chips are melted and the mixture is smooth.
5. Add the cotton candy flavoring oil and a few drops of pink food coloring. Mix well.
6. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish.
7. Sprinkle the crushed cotton candy and rainbow sprinkles on top of the fudge.
8. Chill the fudge in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or until firm.
9. Once the fudge is firm, remove it from the baking dish and cut it into small squares.
Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 10 minutes
Chilling time: 2 hours
Temperature:
Simmering water
Serving size:
Makes about 16 squares
Nutritional information:
Calories per serving: 240
Total fat: 12g
Saturated fat: 7g
Cholesterol: 10mg
Sodium: 60mg
Total carbohydrates: 30g
Dietary fiber: 0g
Sugars: 29g
Protein: 3g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- White chocolate chips can be substituted with dark chocolate chips or milk chocolate chips.
- Cotton candy flavoring oil can be substituted with vanilla extract or any other flavoring oil.
- Rainbow sprinkles can be substituted with any other type of sprinkles or candy.
Variations:
- Add chopped nuts or dried fruit to the fudge mixture.
- Use different food coloring to create different colors of fudge.
- Use different flavoring oils to create different flavors of fudge.
Tips and tricks:
- Use a candy thermometer to ensure that the mixture reaches the correct temperature.
- Crush the cotton candy into small pieces before sprinkling it on top of the fudge.
- Use a sharp knife to cut the fudge into small squares.
Storage instructions:
Store the fudge in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Reheating instructions:
Microwave the fudge for a few seconds to soften it before serving.
Presentation ideas:
Serve the fudge on a platter or in a candy dish.
Garnishes:
Garnish the fudge with extra cotton candy and sprinkles.
Pairings:
Serve the fudge with a glass of milk or a cup of hot chocolate.
Suggested side dishes:
No side dishes needed.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the fudge is too soft, chill it in the refrigerator for a longer period of time.
- If the fudge is too hard, let it sit at room temperature for a few minutes before serving.
Food safety advice:
- Use a candy thermometer to ensure that the mixture reaches the correct temperature to prevent foodborne illness.
- Store the fudge in the refrigerator to prevent spoilage.
Food history:
Cotton candy was invented in the late 19th century and became popular at carnivals and fairs. Fudge has been around since the late 19th century as well and is often associated with homemade treats.
Flavor profiles:
Sweet, creamy, and cotton candy flavored.
Serving suggestions:
Serve the fudge as a dessert or as a sweet treat.
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