Cotton Candy Fudge

Servings

Calories 281kcal

Author Sara

Line a 13×9 inch pan with foil and spray with nonstick spray.
Combine sugar, butter, heavy cream and butter in a saucepan, cooking and stirring over low heat until the sugar is dissolved.
Once the sugar is dissolved, bring the contents to a boil while stirring for about 4 minutes. Remove from the heat and mix in the marshmallow creme and vanilla chips until all of the chips are melted.
Pour ¾ of the mixture into the foil-lined pan.
Add the cotton candy flavoring to the saucepan and stir until combined.
Drop or drizzle spoonfuls of the cotton candy mixture over the mixture already in the pan.
Add 2-3 drops of the pink food coloring in various areas on top of the fudge in the pan and then cut through the fudge with a butter knife to make the swirls.
Cover and allow to set in the refrigerator.
Remove the fudge from the pan by picking up with the foil and then cutting into squares.

Precision in Cooking: Pay close attention to the temperature and consistency of the fudge mixture while cooking. Use a candy thermometer to ensure the sugar mixture reaches the soft ball stage (around 235–240°F or 113–116°C). This step is crucial for achieving the right texture and consistency of the fudge. Stir continuously to prevent the mixture from burning or crystallizing.
Even Distribution of Flavor and Color: When adding the cotton candy flavoring and pink food coloring, aim for even distribution throughout the fudge mixture. Stir the flavoring thoroughly into the portion of the mixture designated for the cotton candy flavor. Similarly, add drops of pink food coloring strategically across the surface of the fudge before swirling it in with a butter knife. This ensures that every bite of fudge has a consistent flavor and visually appealing swirls of color.
Proper Setting Time: Allow the fudge to set properly in the refrigerator before cutting into squares. This typically takes a few hours, but overnight chilling yields the best results. Chilling allows the fudge to firm up and set completely, making it easier to cut into neat squares without crumbling. Lift the set fudge out of the pan using the foil lining before cutting to ensure clean edges and easy removal.