Candy Corn Fudge Layered Bites (Print)

Festive tri-layered bites inspired by candy corn, offering sweet flavors and cheerful colors for autumn snacking.

# Components:

→ White Layer

01 - 1 cup white chocolate chips
02 - 1/3 cup sweetened condensed milk
03 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Orange Layer

04 - 1 cup white chocolate chips
05 - 1/3 cup sweetened condensed milk
06 - 1/2 teaspoon orange extract
07 - Orange gel food coloring

→ Yellow Layer

08 - 1 cup white chocolate chips
09 - 1/3 cup sweetened condensed milk
10 - 1/2 teaspoon lemon extract
11 - Yellow gel food coloring

# Directions:

01 - Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, ensuring an overhang for easy removal.
02 - In a microwave-safe bowl, combine white chocolate chips and sweetened condensed milk. Microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring each time, until melted and smooth. Mix in vanilla extract, then spread evenly in the pan. Refrigerate for 20 to 30 minutes until set.
03 - Repeat melting process with white chocolate chips and sweetened condensed milk. Stir in orange extract and a few drops of orange gel food coloring to achieve a vibrant hue. Pour gently over the white layer and spread evenly. Chill for 20 to 30 minutes until slightly firm.
04 - Melt white chocolate chips and sweetened condensed milk, then add lemon extract and yellow gel coloring until desired color is reached. Spread evenly over the orange layer.
05 - Refrigerate the assembled fudge for at least 1 to 2 hours, or until fully set.
06 - Use the parchment overhang to lift the fudge from the pan. Cut into 36 small squares or triangles for a candy corn effect.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Easy to make with just a handful of common ingredients
  • Perfect no-bake treat for parties or gift boxes
  • Can be customized with natural coloring or different extracts
  • Fun activity for kids and adults to prepare together
02 -
  • High energy vegetarian treat
  • Perfect dessert for make ahead occasions
  • Easy to adapt for different colors or extracts
03 -
  • For the boldest colors use gel food coloring not liquid which can make the layers runny
  • Cut while the fudge is still cold for the cleanest edges
  • If you plan to use nuts sprinkle them between layers but press lightly so layers adhere

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