Description
This festive Christmas Fudge recipe is a creamy, melt-in-your-mouth treat packed with white chocolate and a hint of peppermint. Swirled with vibrant red and green colors and topped with optional holiday sprinkles, it’s perfect for holiday celebrations and gift-giving. Simple to make with just a few ingredients and no baking required, this fudge sets in the refrigerator and can be customized with different extracts and colors for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Fudge Base
- 3 cups white chocolate chips
- 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk (1 can)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- ½ teaspoon peppermint extract
Coloring and Toppings
- ½ teaspoon red food coloring
- ½ teaspoon green food coloring
- 2 tablespoons holiday sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare Pan: Line an 8×8-inch square pan completely with parchment paper, covering the bottom and all sides to ensure easy removal of the fudge.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large microwave-safe bowl, add the white chocolate chips, sweetened condensed milk, butter, and peppermint extract.
- Microwave Mixture: Microwave for 30 seconds, then stir. Repeat heating in additional 30-second intervals, stirring after each, until the chocolate chips have melted and the mixture is smooth. Be careful not to overheat to avoid the chocolate seizing.
- Color the Fudge: Place ½ cup of the fudge mixture into a small bowl and add 3-4 drops of red food coloring, stirring quickly to combine. Adjust food coloring as desired for intensity.
- Make Green Portion: Place another ½ cup of fudge mixture into a separate small bowl and add 2-3 drops of green food coloring. Stir to mix well and adjust color as needed.
- Layer and Swirl: Spoon dollops of each colored fudge mixture around the prepared pan. Then gently swirl the colors together using a spoon or butter knife to create a marbled effect.
- Add Toppings: Sprinkle holiday sprinkles on top if desired for a festive touch.
- Chill to Set: Refrigerate the fudge for at least 2 hours until completely set and firm.
- Slice and Serve: Lift the fudge out of the pan using the parchment paper. Cut into 16 pieces with a sharp knife, wiping the knife clean between cuts for smooth edges.
Notes
- Store fudge in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days to maintain freshness.
- Substitute peppermint extract with mint or vanilla extract for varying flavors.
- Top with crushed candy canes or peppermint candies as an alternative garnish.
- Customize the food coloring to suit different holidays like Valentine's Day or Easter by using relevant colors.
- Swap white chocolate chips for milk or dark chocolate chips and adjust toppings for diverse variations.
- Butter adds creaminess but can be omitted if preferred.
- You can melt the chocolate and condensed milk using a double boiler instead of microwave. Avoid water or steam contact to prevent the chocolate from seizing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (approx. 1.5 inches square)
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 25 g
- Sodium: 40 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg
