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I always start my Christmas celebrations by whipping up this colorful fudge. The streaks of green and red running through velvety white chocolate bring to mind winding candy cane paths and holiday wonder. Nothing beats seeing kids' eyes widen when they notice these treats on my dessert spread. And the best part? You won't need to heat up your oven at all.
Delightful Christmas Treat
This fudge has turned into my holiday trademark. Velvety white chocolate paired with refreshing peppermint creates an amazing taste that melts right away in your mouth. When the holiday rush hits, this simple recipe helps me save precious time but still delivers those wonderful Christmas tastes that everyone looks forward to.
What You'll Need
- 3 bags white chocolate chips: Go for high-quality ones as they'll really affect how smooth your final fudge turns out.
- 2 cans sweetened condensed milk: This creates that can't-resist creaminess and just-right consistency.
- 1/2 cup butter: I pick unsalted so I'm in charge of how the flavors work together.
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract: You don't need much to get that festive flavor going.
- Food coloring: Grab red and green gels for the most vibrant swirls.
- Holiday sprinkles: Choose whatever catches your eye or smash up some candy canes for topping.
How To Create It
- Mix Your Foundation
- Throw your chocolate chips condensed milk butter and peppermint into a large microwavable bowl. Warm it up in 30-second intervals making sure to stir between each until it all looks silky and blended.
- Bring In Colors
- Take out two small portions of your mixture. Color one red and one green mixing quickly before they harden.
- Make It Pretty
- Put spoonfuls of each color into your prepared pan. Use a knife to gently swirl them together creating gorgeous patterns.
- Top It Off And Chill
- Add your decorative bits on top then stick it in the fridge to harden. After a few hours you can slice it into cute squares.
Creative Changes
I sometimes swap in vanilla instead of peppermint for something different. Broken candy canes on top add such a nice snap and look stunning. You can also switch up your colors for other celebrations like orange and black when Halloween comes around.
Storage Tips
Your fudge will stay good in an airtight container at room temp for about 5 days. Put it in the fridge and you'll get two weeks of freshness. For storing longer wrap individual pieces in parchment then aluminum foil and freeze them they'll last for several months.
Pro Fudge Tips
Never rush heating your chocolate and stir it frequently so it won't burn. Gel colors work way better than liquid ones and won't mess up your texture. Clean your knife after each cut to get those picture-ready fudge pieces that look just like something from a fancy candy store.
Recipe Q&A
- → How long will it stay tasty?
Keep it fresh on your counter for up to 5 days in a sealed container. Refrigerate for 2 weeks—just wrap snugly to keep it creamy. Honestly, it’s too good to last that long!
- → Can I freeze leftover fudge?
Of course! Perfect for preparing early. Wrap each piece in parchment, then foil, and stick them in a freezer-safe bag. They’ll be good to go for 3 months.
- → No microwave handy?
No worries! Use a double boiler on medium heat to melt the chocolate. Mix constantly and steer clear of water—it makes the chocolate act funny and seize up.