Description
Indulge in a delightful Halloween treat with these Strawberry and Chocolate Fudge Mice! Combining juicy strawberries with rich, creamy chocolate fudge, this whimsical dessert is perfect for spicing up your spooky celebrations. Easy to prepare, these adorable mice are not only visually appealing but also a hit with both kids and adults. Whether you’re hosting a Halloween party or looking for a fun family activity, this recipe is sure to impress. Customize them with your favorite toppings for that extra festive flair!
Ingredients
Scale
- 14 oz sweetened condensed milk
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder
- 1 tbsp salted butter
- 1 cup grated chocolate or chocolate sprinkles
- 20 strawberries (medium-sized)
- Roasted peanuts or sliced almonds (for ears)
- Colored shaped sprinkles
Instructions
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the sweetened condensed milk, cocoa powder, and salted butter while stirring continuously until smooth.
- Dip each strawberry in the melted fudge mixture until well-coated and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- While the fudge is warm, attach roasted peanuts (or your choice of nuts) at one end of each strawberry as ears and decorate with colored shaped sprinkles for eyes.
- Allow the mice to cool at room temperature until set, or refrigerate for about 15 minutes for quicker results.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mouse
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 25mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: For added flavor, mix in some vanilla or almond extract into the fudge. Experiment with various fruits like raspberries for an alternative twist.