Vegan Halloween Vampire’s Kiss Strawberry Fudge

This Vegan Halloween Vampire’s Kiss Strawberry Fudge is rich, creamy, and bursting with eerie red swirls, making it a mouthwatering twist on traditional fudge that looks like it belongs in a vampire’s feast! The velvety combination of strawberry puree, vegan white chocolate, and coconut cream creates a decadent bite that melts in the mouth. This Vegan Halloween Vampire’s Kiss Strawberry Fudge captures the holiday spirit—spooky yet sophisticated, decadent yet plant-based—and is perfect for Halloween parties or as a themed dessert.

STATS:

• No of calories: ~145 kcal
• Preparation time: Fifteen minutes
• Serving size: One square(a piece of 1.5 by 1.5 inches)
• Cooking time: Ten minutes
• Cuisine: American (Halloween-inspired)
• Entire time: Twenty-five minutes + 120 minutes of chilling time
• Course: Dessert, Snack
• Diet: Dairy-Free & Vegan
• Portions: 16

TOOLS

• Mixing bowls
• A knife to slice the fudge
• Silicone spatula
• Food processor or blender
• Medium saucepan
• Parchment liner
• Square baking dish (eight by eight inches)

INGREDIENTS

• 1/4 cup of coconut oil
• A tiny pinch of salt
• One cup of black chocolate chips
• Vanilla essence, one tsp.
• Red food color, a few drops
• 1/2 cup of coconut cream
• Strawberry essence, half a tsp.
• 1/4 cup of pureed strawberries
• White chocolate chips, half a cup
• 2 tablespoons of maple syrup

INGREDIENT NOTES

COCONUT OIL

• We use the refined coconut oil here to firm up our fudge without adding the strong coconut flavor. If you love the coconut touch, then use unrefined coconut oil.

CHOCOLATE CHIPS

• You will need dairy-free white and black chocolate chips in equal amounts for both red and black fudge. Use any trusted brands like Enjoy Life or Pascha. If you didn’t get vegan chocolate chips, make your own at home by using the vegan cocoa butter, coconut milk powder, and powdered sugar.

VANILLA AND STRAWBERRY ESSENCE

• They balance and strengthen the flavor, making them closer to the bakery’s perfection. If you can’t find the strawberry essence, slightly increase the puree of strawberries or use a little cherry essence.

COCONUT CREAM

• Choose the full-fat version of coconut cream for a melt-in-your-mouth texture. White coconut milk will be watery, so don’t use it. Another option is to substitute cashew cream.

FOOD COLORING

• Get a natural red dye that is made of pomegranate powder or beet juice to add that vampire’s kiss touch to the fudge.

PUREED STRAWBERRIES

• You can use fresh or frozen strawberries to turn them into a puree. You may use the puree of raspberries for a bloody red tone.

DIRECTIONS

1. Spread the parchment liner in your square baking pan.
2. Keep the extra liner hanging over the two edges for easy demolding.
3. Place a medium-sized saucepan over a normal flame on two separate stoves.
4. Add vegan white chocolate chips with one-fourth the amount of coconut oil and cream in one saucepan.
5. While adding vegan dark chocolate chips with the remaining three-fourths of the coconut oil and cream to the other saucepan.
6. Melt both of them while mixing them all, and then keep those saucepans on your working counter
7. Add half of the maple syrup, vanilla essence, and salt pinch in each saucepan.
8. Mix well, and your dark or chocolate mixture is ready.
9. Transfer that plain, chocolaty fudge to the lined baking dish.
10. Then, mix the strawberry puree and essence along with red food color into the white chocolate mixture to give a deep, bloody red color.
11. Then carefully dollop that bloody red mixture over the white fudge.
12. Make the swirls using a knife or a toothpick beautifully to create a nice marbled effect.
13. Keep that baking dish for chilling in the refrigerator to set.
14. When you observe that the fudge is now set but still creamy soft, not hard like stone, bring it to the counter.
15. Demold the fudge using the overhanging parchment liner.
16. Slice it neatly into sixteen squares.
17. Your keto Vampire’s Kiss Strawberry Fudge is ready to serve chilled.

TIPS

• Top the squares with a dark chocolate drizzle or edible sugar “fang” to intensify the Halloween touch.
• Evaporate the excess water of the strawberry puree to have a strong flavor.
• Melt the chocolate gradually over a low flame for smooth melting.

STORAGE DIRECTIONS

CHILLING

• Pack the remaining fudge slices in a sealed box. Save it in the fridge for about ten days.

FREEZING

• Place a parchment paper liner around each fudge square and store them all in a freezer-approved bag. They can be safely frozen for 60-70 days.

FAQs

Is this fudge extra sweet?

• No, maple syrup perfectly balances this fudge with the sweetness of white chocolate and the tangy, sweet taste of strawberry puree.

What if we don’t get the coconut cream?

• You can use cashew cream or thick oat cream if you don’t find coconut cream anywhere.

Will the use of other berries work?

• Yes, you may choose raspberries, cherries, or blackberries for a flavor variation.

What might be the reason if my fudge didn’t set well?

• If the ratio of fat to liquid is low or you overheat the chocolate, your fudge might separate. The only solution is to do the appropriate measurements and melt the chocolate on a double boiler with low heat and gradual melting.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:

No of calories: ~145 kcal
Net carbs: 9 g
Total carbs: Ten grams
Fiber: 01 g
Protein: One gram
Fat: 12 g
Sodium: 25 milligrams
Serving size: One square of 1.5 inches