Halloween Dessert – Strawberry and Chocolate fudge mice
These Strawberry and Chocolate Fudge Mice are a playful and delicious Halloween dessert that will enchant guests of all ages. With their adorable appearance and delightful combination of sweet strawberries and rich chocolate fudge, they serve as perfect finger foods for festive gatherings. Easy to make and customizable with fun toppings, these treats not only add a whimsical touch to your dessert table but also provide a deliciously satisfying treat. Involve the kids in the preparation process for added fun, making it an enjoyable family activity this Halloween season.
- Prep Time: 60 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 7 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 15 mice 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American, Brazilian
Ingredients
Scale
- 14 oz sweetened condensed milk
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder
- 1 tbsp salted butter
- 1 cup grated chocolate or chocolate sprinkles
- 20 strawberries
- Roasted peanuts (or sliced almonds, sunflower kernels, or pine nuts)
- Colored shaped sprinkles
Instructions
- Prepare your workspace by lining a baking tray with parchment paper.
- In a saucepan over low heat, melt the salted butter. Stir in the sweetened condensed milk and cocoa powder until smooth. Cook gently for about 5-7 minutes, stirring continuously until thickened.
- Dip each strawberry into the warm fudge mixture to coat completely, then place them on the prepared baking tray. Add roasted peanuts for ears and sprinkle colored sprinkles for eyes while still warm.
- Allow the assembled mice to cool at room temperature until the fudge hardens (about an hour).
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mouse (approx. 44g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg