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Halloween Candy Corn Fudge Recipe
Ash Tyrrell

Halloween Candy Corn Fudge Recipe

I make this candy corn fudge every October without fail, and it's honestly one of the easiest treats in my whole Halloween lineup. I stumbled onto this combination years ago when I wanted something festive that didn't require any real baking skill or a candy thermometer.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Servings: 12

Ingredients
  

  • 3 cups white chocolate chips — melt these low and slow so they stay smooth instead of turning grainy
  • 1 14 oz can sweetened condensed milk — this sweetens the fudge and helps the chips melt into a silky base
  • 1 cup marshmallow cream fluff — gives the fudge that soft, almost whipped texture instead of a dense, hard bite
  • 1 cup salted peanuts — the salt here is what balances out all the sweetness so don't skip the salted kind
  • ½ cup candy corn — save a few extra pieces for pressing on top so the fudge looks bakery-worthy
  • ½ cup Reese's Pieces — these add little pops of peanut butter flavor and extra color throughout
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract optional — rounds out the white chocolate so it doesn't taste one-note sweet

Method
 

  1. I start by lining my baking pan with foil, leaving a bit of overhang on the sides so I can lift the fudge out later. A light spray of nonstick cooking spray on top of the foil keeps everything from sticking as it sets.
  2. Next, I pour the sweetened condensed milk into my saucepan and stir in the white chocolate chips. I set the pan over low to medium heat and stir constantly until everything turns smooth and glossy, which usually takes about five minutes.
  3. Once the chocolate mixture is fully melted, I take the pan off the heat and stir in the marshmallow cream and vanilla extract. This is what gives the fudge its light, fluffy texture instead of a dense, chewy bite.
  4. I then fold in most of my peanuts, candy corn, and Reese's Pieces, saving a small handful of each to sprinkle on top. Stirring gently here keeps the candy pieces from breaking apart in the warm mixture.
  5. I pour the fudge into my prepared pan and smooth the top with my spatula. While it's still warm, I scatter the reserved candies and peanuts across the surface and press them down lightly so they stick.
  6. Finally, I let the pan sit at room temperature for a bit before transferring it to the fridge for at least four hours, or overnight if I have the time. Once it's fully set, I lift it out using the foil and cut it into small squares.

Notes

  • I always stir constantly while melting the chocolate, since walking away for even a minute can cause it to scorch.
  • I use fresh candy corn from that season instead of leftover bags, since stale candy corn gets hard and chalky.
  • I like folding in the mix-ins off the heat so the chocolate doesn't overheat and turn grainy.
  • I press my toppings down gently right after pouring, while the fudge is still soft enough for them to stick.
  • I always make this a day ahead, since the flavor and texture are honestly even better after a full night in the fridge.