Description
Chocolate Peppermint Fudge is the ultimate holiday treat that combines creamy chocolate with a refreshing peppermint twist. Perfect for festive gatherings or cozy nights in, this easy-to-make fudge will quickly become a beloved staple in your dessert repertoire. With its rich texture and delightful minty flavor, every bite evokes the warmth of the season, making it an ideal gift or party favor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 tsp pure peppermint extract
- 1/2 cup crushed candy canes (plus extra for topping)
Instructions
- Prep Your Workspace: Gather all ingredients and tools including a medium saucepan, spatula, and an 8×8-inch baking pan lined with parchment paper.
- Melt the Chocolate Mixture: In the saucepan over low heat, combine chocolate chips, sweetened condensed milk, and butter. Stir continuously until melted and smooth.
- Add Peppermint Extract: Remove from heat and mix in peppermint extract until well combined.
- Incorporate Candy Canes: Gently fold in half of the crushed candy canes into the mixture, reserving some for topping.
- Spread into Pan: Pour the fudge mixture into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly with a spatula. Sprinkle remaining crushed candy canes on top.
- Chill Until Set: Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until firm before slicing into squares.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg