This rich and creamy chocolate fudge is infused with a hint of peppermint and topped with crushed candy canes, making it a festive treat for the holidays.
Author:ksuur
Prep Time:10 minutes
Cook Time:10 minutes
Total Time:2 hours 20 minutes (including chilling time)
Yield:Approximately 36 pieces 1x
Category:Dessert
Method:No-Bake
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
3 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
¼ cup unsalted butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon peppermint extract
½ cup crushed candy canes (for topping)
Instructions
Prepare the Pan:Â Line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.
Melt Ingredients:Â In a medium saucepan over low heat, combine the chocolate chips, sweetened condensed milk, and butter. Stir continuously until the mixture is smooth and fully melted.
Add Extracts:Â Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla and peppermint extracts until well combined.
Pour into Pan:Â Pour the fudge mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
Add Toppings:Â Sprinkle the crushed candy canes over the top of the fudge, gently pressing them into the surface.
Chill:Â Refrigerate the fudge for at least 2 hours, or until fully set.
Serve:Â Once set, lift the fudge out of the pan using the parchment paper overhang. Cut into small squares and enjoy!
Notes
For a nutty variation, consider adding ½ cup of chopped walnuts or pecans to the fudge mixture before pouring it into the pan.
Store the fudge in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.