Cherry Marshmallow Fudge Bars
Cherry Marshmallow Fudge Bars are rich, gooey dessert bars bursting with cherry flavor, combining tart cherry pie filling, soft marshmallows, and creamy fudge made with chocolate chips, butter, and sweetened condensed milk. Perfect for any occasion, these bars are easy to make, customizable, and irresistibly delicious.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 16 bars 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
Fudge Base
- 1 1/2 cups chocolate chips (semi-sweet or milk chocolate)
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Fillings and Toppings
- 1 cup cherry pie filling
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
Instructions
- Prepare Your Pan: Line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it to prevent sticking and make removal easy after baking.
- Melt the Chocolate Mixture: In a medium saucepan, melt the chocolate chips, butter, and sweetened condensed milk over low heat. Stir constantly until smooth and fully combined to create a velvety fudge base.
- Mix in Flavorings: Remove the pan from heat and quickly stir in vanilla extract and a pinch of salt to enhance the chocolate flavor and balance sweetness.
- Layer the Bars: Pour half of the melted fudge mixture into your prepared pan. Evenly spread the cherry pie filling on top, then sprinkle the mini marshmallows over the cherries. Finally, pour the remaining fudge mixture over the marshmallow layer, spreading gently for full coverage.
- Bake and Cool: Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 20-25 minutes, until the top is set and lightly golden. Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan before slicing for neat edges and easier serving.
Notes
- Use quality chocolate for the best taste and texture.
- Do not overbake to avoid drying out the fudge and marshmallows.
- Spread cherry pie filling and fudge layers evenly for consistent flavor.
- Ensure butter and sweetened condensed milk are at room temperature before melting.
- Cool bars completely before cutting to help them hold their shape.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
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