Christmas Fudge
Celebrate the holiday season with this festive Christmas Fudge, featuring the perfect combination of rich chocolate and peppermint. Topped with crushed candy canes and white chocolate chips, this easy-to-make fudge is sure to become a favorite holiday treat. Whether for a family gathering, as a gift, or simply a sweet indulgence, this fudge will add joy to your celebrations.
Why This Christmas Fudge?
This Christmas Fudge is everything you need in a holiday treat: quick, delicious, and beautifully festive. Here’s why you’ll love it:
- Effortless Preparation: This fudge is made with just a few ingredients and can be ready in no time.
- Holiday Flavors: The peppermint extract and crushed candy canes give it a delightful festive twist.
- Perfect for Gifting: Pack it in decorative boxes or gift bags to spread holiday cheer.
- Smooth and Creamy: The blend of chocolate chips, sweetened condensed milk, and butter creates a rich and creamy fudge.
Recipe Details
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Chilling Time: 2 hours
- Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
- Servings: About 36 squares
Ingredients to make Christmas Fudge:
For the Fudge:
- 3 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract (optional)
For the Topping:
- 1/2 cup crushed candy canes
- 1/2 cup white chocolate chips
Directions
- Prepare the Pan: Line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal of the fudge once it’s set.
- Melt the Fudge Ingredients: In a medium saucepan, combine the chocolate chips, sweetened condensed milk, and butter. Cook over low heat, stirring frequently until the mixture is smooth and fully melted.
- Add Flavor: Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the vanilla and peppermint extracts.
- Pour and Decorate: Pour the melted fudge mixture into the prepared pan and spread it out evenly. While the fudge is still warm, sprinkle the crushed candy canes and white chocolate chips on top, pressing them gently into the fudge.
- Chill: Refrigerate the fudge for at least 2 hours, or until it’s firm and set.
- Cut and Serve: Once the fudge is set, lift it out of the pan using the parchment overhang and cut it into squares.
Pro Tips for Perfect Christmas Fudge
- Low Heat: Melt the fudge mixture over low heat to avoid scorching the chocolate.
- Flavor Boost: Add peppermint extract after removing the mixture from the heat to preserve the flavor.
- Topping: Add the crushed candy canes and white chocolate chips while the fudge is warm to ensure they stick.
- Chill Thoroughly: Refrigerate the fudge until firm to ensure it’s easy to cut into neat squares.
Storage Information
- Refrigeration: Store leftover fudge in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
- Freezing: To freeze, wrap the fudge in plastic wrap and place in an airtight container for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator before serving.
Food Pairings
This Christmas Fudge pairs wonderfully with a hot cup of cocoa, coffee, or even a warm holiday punch. It also complements other festive desserts like gingerbread cookies and sugar cookies.
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Christmas Fudge
Celebrate the holiday season with this festive Christmas Fudge, featuring the perfect combination of rich chocolate and peppermint. Topped with crushed candy canes and white chocolate chips, this easy-to-make fudge is sure to become a favorite holiday treat.
Equipment
- 8×8-inch baking pan
- Medium saucepan
- Spatula or spoon
- Parchment paper
- Knife or pastry cutter
Ingredients
For the Fudge:
- 3 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract optional
For the Topping:
- 1/2 cup crushed candy canes
- 1/2 cup white chocolate chips
Instructions
- Prepare the Pan: Line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal of the fudge once it’s set.
- Melt the Fudge Ingredients: In a medium saucepan, combine the chocolate chips, sweetened condensed milk, and butter. Cook over low heat, stirring frequently until the mixture is smooth and fully melted.
- Add Flavor: Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the vanilla and peppermint extracts.
- Pour and Decorate: Pour the melted fudge mixture into the prepared pan and spread it out evenly. While the fudge is still warm, sprinkle the crushed candy canes and white chocolate chips on top, pressing them gently into the fudge.
- Chill: Refrigerate the fudge for at least 2 hours, or until it’s firm and set.
- Cut and Serve: Once the fudge is set, lift it out of the pan using the parchment overhang and cut it into squares.
Notes
Pro Tips for Perfect Christmas Fudge
Low Heat: Melt the fudge mixture over low heat to avoid scorching the chocolate.
Flavor Boost: Add peppermint extract after removing the mixture from the heat to preserve the flavor.
Topping: Add the crushed candy canes and white chocolate chips while the fudge is warm to ensure they stick.
Chill Thoroughly: Refrigerate the fudge until firm to ensure it’s easy to cut into neat squares.
Flavor Boost: Add peppermint extract after removing the mixture from the heat to preserve the flavor.
Topping: Add the crushed candy canes and white chocolate chips while the fudge is warm to ensure they stick.
Chill Thoroughly: Refrigerate the fudge until firm to ensure it’s easy to cut into neat squares.