Halloween Dessert – Strawberry and Chocolate Fudge Mice
Get ready to delight your guests with a fun and adorable Halloween dessert: Strawberry and Chocolate Fudge Mice! These whimsical treats combine the sweetness of juicy strawberries with rich chocolate fudge, creating a playful twist that appeals to both kids and adults alike. They’re perfect for Halloween parties, adding an eye-catching centerpiece to your dessert table while being easy to make and customizable with your favorite toppings. Craft these charming mice with your family, allowing everyone to join in on the fun. With a simple preparation process and delicious flavors, these fudge mice are sure to be a hit at any festive gathering!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 20 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No baking required
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 14 oz sweetened condensed milk
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder
- 1 tbsp salted butter
- 1 cup grated chocolate or chocolate sprinkles
- 20 strawberries
- Sliced roasted peanuts (or alternative nuts)
- Colored shaped sprinkles
Instructions
- Prepare your workspace by clearing surfaces and gathering ingredients.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine sweetened condensed milk, cocoa powder, and salted butter. Stir until melted and smooth.
- Remove from heat and mix in grated chocolate or sprinkles until fully incorporated.
- Allow the mixture to cool slightly before shaping into oval bodies for each mouse.
- Dip strawberries in the remaining fudge mixture, leaving leaves exposed; attach them to the fudge bodies using extra fudge as glue.
- Press sliced peanuts into the sides for ears and decorate with colored sprinkles for eyes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fudge mouse (approx. 45g)
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg