Whip up a batch of this creamy orange creamsicle fudge with only 4 ingredients and a microwave. No candy thermometer needed. Chilled and ready to serve in 1 hour!

A pile of orange and white swirled fudge squares stacked on a pink plate.

This orange creamsicle fudge is a creamy, dreamy treat that tastes like the frozen popsicle we all love! With swirls of bright orange and white running through each piece, it’s a fun treat that can be enjoyed any time at all!

This orange fudge recipe is hands-down one of the best fudge recipes. Not only because it’s easy, but because it really mimics that unmistakable flavor. Similar to my orange creamsicle lush and orange fluff, it’s ideal for spring and summer gatherings, potlucks, and to package up to give to your fellow creamsicle lovers!

Why you’ll love this recipe

4 simple ingredients. No corn syrup or candy thermometer required.
Foolproof. The microwave does all the work. A great activity for the kids to help with!
Looks fancy. The swirls are super cute, and so easy to make.
Versatile. Great for gifting, parties, holidays, and just because treats.

Orange Creamsicle Fudge Ingredients

This section includes ingredient notes and substitution options. Get all measurements, ingredients, and instructions in the printable recipe card at the end of this post.

Ingredients in a metal pan: Ghirardelli white chocolate chips, cream cheese frosting, orange extract, and orange food coloring.

Cream cheese frosting: Use regular cream cheese frosting. Do not use whipped frosting because the extra air whipped in won’t allow the fudge to set up the same way. I had great results using Betty Crocker Rich & Creamy Cream Cheese frosting.
White chocolate chips: These are the base of the fudge. I recommend Ghirardelli white chocolate chips or melting wafers, or another high-quality brand, for the best flavor and the smoothest melt.
Orange extract: Gives this white chocolate orange fudge its signature creamsicle flavor. A little goes a long way! I used this orange extract.
Orange gel food coloring: Be sure to use an oil-based gel coloring rather than a water-based one. Melted white chocolate is fat-based, so using a water-based coloring can cause it to seize and turn grainy.

How to Make Orange Creamsicle Fudge

This section shows you how to make the recipe with step-by-step photos and instructions. For the full printable recipe, see the recipe card below.

Four steps: frosting added to melted white chocolate, the white layer smoothed in a pan, orange swirled in a bowl, then swirled in the pan.

Step 1: Melt the white chocolate morsels in the microwave. Stir in the cream cheese frosting and microwave again, stirring until smooth.

Step 2: Transfer half of the fudge mixture into a prepared pan and smooth it into an even layer.

Step 3: Stir orange extract and a few drops of the food coloring in to the remaining fudge mixture.

Step 4: Work quickly to spread the orange mixture over the white layer in the pan, and then use a spoon to gently swirl the two together.

Pro Tip:

Work fast once you start combining the orange layer. This dreamsicle fudge starts firming up quickly, and you want enough time to get those pretty swirls before it sets.

Step 5: Refrigerate for 1 hour, or until the batch is fully set. Then, use the parchment paper to lift it out of the pan and slice it into bite-sized pieces. Enjoy!

Orange creamsicle fudge cut into cubes on a wood board with orange halves and a knife nearby.

Storage

Refrigerator: Store orange creamsicle fudge in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.

Freezer: Transfer the pieces of fudge to a freezer-safe, airtight container and layer them with parchment paper to prevent sticking. Keep frozen for up to 2 months, then thaw in the fridge before serving.

A hand holding a square of orange and white fudge with a bite taken out.

Recipe Tips & Variations

Use the proper ingredients. Regular cream cheese frosting (not whipped), high-quality white chocolate, and an oil-based food coloring.
Make-ahead. A great make-ahead treat since it needs to chill anyway.
Double the recipe. For a bigger batch, double the ingredients and use a 9×13 pan.
Cut into fun shapes. Use small cookie cutters to cut your orange cream fudge pieces into fun shapes for the kids.

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Orange Creamsicle Fudge

Author: Jaclyn

Prep: 4

Cook: 1

Set Time 1

Total: 1 5

This orange creamsicle fudge is a no-bake, 4-ingredient treat that tastes like the classic orange cream popsicle. White chocolate chips and cream cheese frosting swirl with orange for soft, creamy squares that set in the fridge in about an hour.

Ingredients

▢ 1 (16-ounce) container cream cheese frosting, not whipped
▢ 1 (11-ounce) bag white chocolate chips
▢ ¼ teaspoon orange extract
▢ orange gel food coloring, oil-based

Instructions

Line a square 9×9 inch pan (or 8×8) with parchment paper. Set aside.
Add white chocolate chips to a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave for 30 seconds and stir.
Microwave an additional 30-seconds, and stir again.
Stir in the frosting. Microwave for an additional 30 seconds and stir well. If not melted and smooth, microwave in additional 15-second intervals, stirring after each, until smooth.
Transfer half the fudge mixture into the prepared pan and smooth into an even layer.
Stir orange extract and a few drops of orange food coloring in to the remaining fudge mixture.
Working quickly, transfer the orange mixture to the pan and use a spoon to gently stir/swirl the two layers together. Use a spatula to smooth into an even layer.
Refrigerate for 1 hour or until set.
Slice into bite-sized squares.

Notes

Frosting: Use regular cream cheese frosting, not whipped. The extra air in whipped frosting keeps the fudge from setting up the same way. I like to use Betty Crocker Rich & Creamy Cream Cheese frosting.

White Chocolate: use a high-quality brand such as Ghirardelli (chips or melting wafers) or Guittard for best flavor and melt.

Food Coloring: Use oil-based gel food coloring, not water-based. Water-based coloring can make chocolate seize and turn grainy.

Storage: Refrigerate for up to 2 weeks. Or freeze for up to 2 months and thaw in the fridge before serving.

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