Easy Halloween Orange Fudge
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This Easy Halloween Orange Fudge is a creamy no-bake treat made with white chocolate, sweetened condensed milk, and a hint of orange and vanilla. Bright orange color and festive Halloween sprinkles make it perfect for parties, treat trays, or a fun seasonal dessert.
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I originally set out to make a subtle pastel orange, but my gel food coloring had other plans—we ended up with full-on, glorious traffic cone orange. Luckily, it is ridiculously delicious, completely no-bake, and comes together in about 10 minutes.
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See exactly how I make this bright and creamy Halloween Orange Fudge from start to finish—and watch Frankie make his usual Halloween appearance along the way. 🎃 It's an easy microwave fudge with plenty of sprinkles, candy corn, and a little kitchen chaos!
Ingredients You Will Need
- White Chocolate Chips - These create the creamy base of the fudge.
- Sweetened Condensed Milk - Adds sweetness and helps give the fudge its smooth, rich texture. Be sure to use sweetened condensed milk, not evaporated milk.
- Orange Extract - Gives the fudge its orange flavor.
- Vanilla Extract - Adds a little extra warmth and balances the orange flavor.
- Orange Gel Food Coloring - Gel coloring gives you a bold orange color without adding much extra liquid. Add a little at a time until you reach the shade you want.
- Halloween Sprinkles or Candy - Use your favorite Halloween sprinkles, candy corn or candy eyeballs to decorate the top.
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Photo Tutorial: How to Make It
Follow along step-by-step.
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Step 1: Prepare the Pan
Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with foil, leaving enough overhang to use as handles. Lightly spray the foil with nonstick cooking spray.
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Step 2: Melt the Fudge Base
Add the white chocolate chips and sweetened condensed milk to a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 20 to 30-second intervals, stirring after each, until melted and smooth.
Amy's Tip: If just a few chips remain, keep stirring before microwaving again. The residual heat in the bowl may be enough to melt them completely without overheating the chocolate.
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Step 3: Add the Flavor & Color
Add the orange extract, vanilla extract, and orange gel food coloring, if using. Stir until evenly combined.
Amy's Tip: Add the gel coloring gradually—you can always add more. Mine went from subtle orange to traffic cone pretty quickly! 😂
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Step 4: Spread & Decorate
Spread the fudge evenly in the prepared pan. If desired, top with Halloween sprinkles or candy.
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Step 5: Chill & Slice
Chill for several hours, or until firm. Use the foil handles to lift the fudge from the pan, then cut into 16 squares.
Easy Halloween Orange Fudge
This bright orange Halloween fudge is a fast and festive dessert made with white chocolate and sprinkles - perfect for parties, kids, and fall celebrations.
Ingredients
- 18 ounces white chocolate chips
- 14 ounce can sweetened condensed milk
- 1 teaspoon orange extract
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- orange gel food coloring (optional)
- Halloween sprinkles/candy for decorating (optional)
Instructions
- Line an 8x8 baking pan with foil, leaving enough foil hanging over the edges to use as handles to lift the fudge out.
- Spray with nonstick cooking spray. Set aside.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, add white chocolate chips and sweetened condensed milk.
- Melt in the microwave in 20 to 30 second intervals, stirring each time, until melted. Be careful not to burn it.
- Then add orange extract, vanilla extract and some orange gel food coloring (optional).
- Stir together until well combined.
- Pour the mixture into your prepared pan and spread it out evenly.
- If you like, decorate the top with Halloween sprinkles or candy.
- Chill in the refrigerator for several hours until it sets up. Then lift the fudge out of the pan and cut into squares to serve.
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Storage
- Refrigerator
- Store leftover fudge in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
- Freezer
- I haven't tested freezing this fudge—there are usually no leftovers around here to freeze! For the best results, I recommend storing it in the refrigerator.
PRO TIP: Keep the fudge chilled until you're ready to serve it. It softens when left at room temperature for too long.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make it ahead?
Yes! I actually think it tastes even better the next day. Make it ahead and keep it covered in the refrigerator until you're ready to serve it.
Can I use candy melts instead of white chocolate chips?
Yes. I've used candy melts and they work, but the finished fudge has a slightly different texture—firmer and a little sweeter.
Do I have to use orange extract?
No. You can leave out the orange extract and make a vanilla fudge instead, or use lemon extract for a different flavor.
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Final Thoughts:
This fudge is basically the Halloween equivalent of wearing fuzzy socks—comforting, cute, and unexpectedly delightful. 😂 It's one of those fun little treats that makes me smile every time I make it.
Plus... it makes Frankie happy, and that's saying something because he has opinions about dessert.
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