I dreamt up this Easy Pink and White Coconut Fudge for a baby shower, wanting a treat that was as beautiful as it was delicious. As I melted the first batch of white chocolate, swirling in coconut extract and a whisper of pink gel color, my kitchen filled with the sweet, tropical scent of a summer island. Then came the pure white layer, a creamy blanket over the pink, and the final sprinkle of coconut felt like topping a perfect, edible cloud. The moment I sliced it, revealing that stunning pink stripe, I knew I had created something magical—a fudge that’s as fun to make as it is to eat, and it’s brought joy to every celebration since.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
You are going to adore this recipe because it looks like it came from a fancy bakery but is deceptively simple to create. The stunning layered effect is so impressive, yet it’s just two easy fudge batches stacked together. The flavor is a creamy, dreamy coconut that’s not overly sweet, and that pop of pink makes it perfect for birthdays, holidays, Valentine’s Day, or just because you need a little extra cheer. From my experience, this is the dessert that makes everyone reach for their camera before they reach for a square—it’s a total showstopper.
Ingredients
- 3 cups high-quality white chocolate chips, divided
- 1 (14 oz) can full-fat sweetened condensed milk, divided
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
- 2 teaspoons pure coconut extract, divided
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- A pinch of fine sea salt
- Pink gel food coloring (a tiny drop!)
- 1 ½ cups sweetened shredded coconut, toasted and divided
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