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Sweet Delight Cotton Candy Fudge Recipe You Have to Try

Learn how to make delicious Cotton Candy Fudge. Easy recipe with step-by-step instructions.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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The key to this fudge lies in selecting the right ingredients — fresh, quality staples that let the cotton candy flavor shine through. I always keep my pantry stocked with good butter and real vanilla extract, as those simple touches elevate the whole batch. Since this fudge is all about texture and sweetness, using pure cotton candy flavoring or natural cotton candy syrup makes a huge difference. If you want to swap out ingredients, I’ve included some easy substitutions below to make it work with what you have.

  • 3 cups granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup evaporated milk
  • 2 cups white chocolate chips
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 teaspoons cotton candy flavoring or cotton candy syrup
  • Pinch of salt

If you don’t have evaporated milk, whole milk with a tablespoon of cornstarch works well as a substitute. For a dairy-free twist, coconut oil can replace butter, and vegan white chocolate chips are a great alternative.

Instructions

  1. Line an 8×8-inch square pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang to lift the fudge out later.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine the sugar, butter, evaporated milk, and salt over medium heat. Stir constantly until the mixture comes to a gentle boil.
  3. Boil the mixture for about 4-5 minutes, stirring often to avoid burning. You’re looking for it to thicken slightly.
  4. Remove the pan from heat and immediately stir in the white chocolate chips until fully melted and smooth.
  5. Add the vanilla extract and cotton candy flavoring, folding them gently into the fudge mixture.
  6. Pour the fudge into the prepared pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
  7. Refrigerate for at least 3 hours, or until firm enough to cut into squares.
  8. Use the parchment paper overhang to lift the fudge from the pan, then cut into small squares and enjoy.

One little trick I’ve learned is to keep a damp cloth nearby to wipe the spatula clean while smoothing the fudge. It helps keep the edges neat and makes cutting easier after chilling.

  • Author: Jenny
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Cooking
  • Cuisine: International

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