Description
Delectable pineapple upside down cake fudge blends nostalgic dessert flavors into a creamy confection. Sweet caramelized notes and smooth texture invite indulgence for passionate bakers seeking classic American treat experiences.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups (480 ml) white chocolate chips
- 2 cups (400 g) granulated sugar
- 7 oz (198 g) marshmallow creme
- 1 ¼ cups (200 g) dried pineapple, diced
- ½ cup (113 g) unsalted butter
- ¾ cup (180 ml) heavy cream
- 13 maraschino cherries, halved
- 4 tbsps yellow cake mix
- 2 tsps pineapple juice
Instructions
- Prep Pan: Line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper, covering bottom and sides completely for seamless removal.
- Melt Chocolate Base: Combine white chocolate chips, sweetened condensed milk, and butter in a saucepan, gently heating and stirring until smooth and fully integrated.
- Enhance Flavor: Remove from heat, whisk in vanilla extract and salt until mixture achieves a luxurious, silky consistency.
- Prepare Pineapple: Meticulously drain crushed pineapple using a fine-mesh strainer, removing excess liquid to maintain fudge’s optimal texture.
- Combine Ingredients: Fold drained pineapple into white chocolate mixture, ensuring even distribution, then gently incorporate maraschino cherries and optional pecans.
- Mold and Decorate: Pour mixture into prepared pan, spreading evenly with a spatula, and garnish top with additional cherries and nuts, pressing them delicately into the surface.
- Chill and Set: Refrigerate for 4 hours minimum, allowing fudge to solidify completely into a firm, slice-ready confection.
- Serve: Remove from pan using parchment paper, cut into precise squares, and enjoy the tropical-inspired treat.
Notes
- Drain Pineapple Thoroughly: Remove maximum moisture using cheesecloth or fine-mesh strainer to prevent watery texture and maintain fudge’s creamy consistency.
- Control Chocolate Melting: Use low heat and constant stirring to prevent chocolate from burning or separating, ensuring smooth, glossy fudge base.
- Balance Moisture Levels: Pat pineapple pieces dry after draining to reduce excess liquid that could compromise fudge’s structural integrity.
- Customize Texture Variations: Experiment with nut types like almonds or walnuts for different crunch levels, or add coconut flakes for tropical twist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 17
- Calories: 224
- Sugar: 29g
- Sodium: 46mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg