Description

Halloween Phantom Vanilla Fudge with White Chocolate Swirls is a simple, no-cook dessert perfect for Halloween parties, classroom treats, or festive gatherings. Made with white chocolate, sweetened condensed milk, and gel food coloring, this fudge is creamy, colorful, and kid-friendly. Its marbled swirls of orange, purple, and black make it visually striking, while optional toppings like candy eyes, sprinkles, or chocolate drizzle add creative flair. Easy to prepare and store, it’s an ideal recipe for anyone looking to add a spooky yet delicious treat to their Halloween spread.

Ingredients

Scale

For the crust:

1 1/2 cups crushed vanilla wafer cookies
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted

For the cream cheese layer:

8 oz cream cheese, softened
1 cup powdered sugar
1 cup whipped topping (such as Cool Whip)

For the pudding layer:

1 package (3.4 oz) instant banana cream pudding mix
1 1/2 cups cold milk
1/2 tsp vanilla extract

For the topping:

1 1/2 cups whipped topping
2 bananas, sliced
Crushed vanilla wafers, for garnish

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a medium bowl, combine crushed vanilla wafers, sugar, and melted butter. Mix until evenly moistened.

Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9×9-inch baking dish. Bake for 10 minutes, then let cool completely.

In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth. Fold in the whipped topping until fully combined. Spread this layer evenly over the cooled crust.

In another bowl, whisk together the banana pudding mix, cold milk, and vanilla extract for 2 minutes until thickened. Spread the pudding layer over the cream cheese layer.

Top with the remaining whipped topping and smooth it out evenly.

Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until fully set.

Before serving, garnish with banana slices and crushed vanilla wafers. Serve chilled.

Notes

Use high-quality white chocolate chips for the smoothest, creamiest texture.
Chill the fudge for at least 2 hours before slicing to ensure clean edges.
Experiment with different gel food color combinations to match your Halloween theme.
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks or freeze for up to 2 months.
For extra flair, add candy eyes, sprinkles, or edible glitter before chilling.
This recipe is nut-free, egg-free, and can be made gluten-free, making it ideal for classroom settings.