Description
This festive Christmas Fudge combines creamy white chocolate chips with sweetened condensed milk and a hint of peppermint extract for a delightful holiday treat. Swirled with red and green food coloring and topped with optional holiday sprinkles, this fudge is easy to make and perfect for gifting or sharing at holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 3 cups white chocolate chips
- 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk (1 can)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- ½ teaspoon peppermint extract
Coloring and Topping
- ½ teaspoon red food coloring
- ½ teaspoon green food coloring
- 2 tablespoons holiday sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the 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 once set.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large microwave-safe bowl, add the white chocolate chips, sweetened condensed milk, butter, and peppermint extract.
- Microwave and Stir: Microwave the mixture for 30 seconds, then stir. Repeat heating in additional 30-second intervals, stirring after each, until the chocolate chips are fully melted and smooth. Be careful not to overheat to prevent seizing.
- Color the Fudge: Transfer ½ cup of the fudge mixture into a small bowl and add 3-4 drops of red food coloring, stirring quickly to combine and achieve the desired color. Repeat with another ½ cup of fudge and 2-3 drops of green food coloring in a separate bowl.
- Assemble and Swirl: Spoon dollops of the colored fudge mixture alternately around the prepared pan. After all mixture is in the pan, gently swirl with a spoon or butter knife to create a marbled effect.
- Add Sprinkles: Sprinkle holiday sprinkles over the fudge, if desired, for a festive touch.
- Chill to Set: Place the fudge in the refrigerator and chill for at least 2 hours to set completely.
- Cut and Serve: Lift the fudge out of the pan using the parchment paper. Cut into desired sizes with a sharp knife, wiping the knife clean after each cut for neat edges.
Notes
- Store fudge in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Substitute peppermint extract with mint extract or vanilla extract for different flavors.
- Top with crushed candy canes or peppermint candies for extra festive decoration.
- Change food coloring for holidays like Valentine's Day (pink and red), Easter (light green, blue, pink), or Independence Day (red and blue).
- Use milk or dark chocolate chips instead of white chocolate for flavor variations.
- Butter adds creaminess but can be omitted if preferred.
- A double boiler can be used for melting instead of a microwave; avoid any water or steam contact to prevent seizing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (about 1/16 of the recipe)
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 22 g
- Sodium: 35 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg
