Coal Fudge Recipe
Coal Fudge is a fun and festive no-bake treat that resembles lumps of coal, perfect for holiday gifting or a playful snack. Made with rich chocolate and gooey marshmallows, this simple recipe uses black food coloring to achieve its signature dark appearance. Quick to prepare and set, it’s a deliciously sweet surprise for all ages.
- Author: Dylan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: 16 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
- Black food coloring, a few drops
- Melt the Chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, heat the chocolate chips in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until smooth and fully melted.
- Add Marshmallows: Immediately add the mini marshmallows to the melted chocolate, stirring until they are fully incorporated and begin to melt into the mixture.
- Add Food Coloring: Stir in a few drops of black food coloring to the mixture, blending until the color is uniformly dark and achieves the classic ‘coal’ look.
- Chill the Fudge: Pour the mixture into a lined or greased pan, spreading evenly. Place in the refrigerator and chill for at least 2 hours or until firm.
- Serve: Once set, cut or break the fudge into irregular chunks resembling pieces of coal. Serve or store in an airtight container.
Notes
- Use semi-sweet chocolate for a balanced sweetness; dark chocolate can be used for a richer flavor.
- Adjust the amount of black food coloring to achieve the desired shade.
- Store the fudge in an airtight container in the refrigerator to maintain freshness.
- For an extra festive touch, consider adding a pinch of sea salt or a splash of vanilla extract.
- Ensure the marshmallows are mini-sized for easier melting and blending.
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