Description
This rich and creamy chocolate peppermint fudge is perfect for the holidays or any special occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (divided)
- 3/4 cup milk chocolate chips
- 3/4 cup dark chocolate chips
- 1 (14-ounce) can sweetened condensed milk (divided)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1–1/2 cups white chocolate chips
- 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 3 tablespoons peppermint crunch candy topping (optional)
Instructions
- Line an 8×8-inch pan with parchment/foil, leaving an overhang for easy removal. Cut butter into tablespoons.
- Combine 2 tablespoons butter, milk chocolate chips, dark chocolate chips, half the sweetened condensed milk (198g), and 1/8 teaspoon salt in a thick-bottomed, nonstick pan over low heat. Constantly stir with a heat-resistant spatula, scraping the sides and bottom. Do not raise the heat—patience ensures a smooth mixture.
- Once melted, take pan off heat. Mix in vanilla thoroughly. Pour into the prepared pan, smoothing into an even layer with the spatula. Refrigerate while preparing the white chocolate layer.
- Clean and dry the pan. Add remaining 2 tablespoons of butter, white chocolate chips, rest of the sweetened condensed milk, and 1/8 teaspoon salt. Heat on low, stirring constantly. After melting, remove from heat, add peppermint extract, and mix well. Pour over chilled fudge, spreading evenly to cover the bottom layer.
- Sprinkle Peppermint Crunch candy over fudge, pressing gently. Cover and refrigerate 4–8 hours until firm.
- Remove fudge using the parchment overhang. Cut into small pieces using a hot, sharp knife (run knife under hot water and dry it).
Notes
- Note 1: For a richer flavor, use high-quality chocolate chips.
- Note 2: Peppermint crunch candy topping is optional but adds a festive touch to the fudge.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 5mg