Description
A delightful and festive peppermint holiday fudge recipe that combines rich chocolate and creamy white peppermint layers, topped with crushed candy canes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups (260g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 can (14 oz / 400g) sweetened condensed milk
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- 1 ½ cups (260g) white chocolate chips
- 1 cup (240g) marshmallow fluff (or melted mini marshmallows)
- ½ can (7 oz / 200g) sweetened condensed milk (use leftover from above)
- ½ tsp peppermint extract (not mint flavoring)
- Optional: 2 drops red food coloring swirled in
- ½ cup crushed candy canes or peppermint candies
- Holiday sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare Your Pan: Line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving overhang to lift later.
- Make the Chocolate Layer: In a saucepan over medium-low heat, melt chocolate chips, butter, and condensed milk. Stir constantly until smooth and glossy. Remove from heat, add vanilla and a pinch of salt. Spread evenly into the prepared pan. Chill in the fridge for 10–15 minutes while preparing the next layer.
- Make the White Peppermint Layer: In a clean saucepan, melt white chocolate chips with condensed milk over low heat. Stir in marshmallow fluff until fully smooth. Add peppermint extract. If desired, add a tiny swirl of red food coloring for a marbled peppermint effect. Pour over the chocolate layer and spread evenly.
- Add the Festive Topping: Immediately sprinkle crushed candy canes and sprinkles over the surface. Press them lightly so they adhere.
- Chill & Cut: Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until fully firm. Lift out using parchment and cut into squares.
Notes
- Ensure to stir constantly while melting chocolate to prevent burning.
- For a more intense peppermint flavor, adjust the peppermint extract to taste.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg