Description
This Peppermint Fudge is a delicious holiday treat that combines the sweetness of chocolate with the refreshing flavor of peppermint. The crunchy texture of the crushed candies gives this fudge an extra festive feel. It's one of the easiest ways to bring a bit of Christmas cheer into your home while having little goodies you can give away to family and friends. Be sure to make extra because you might not have enough to go around.
Ingredients
- 3 cups (510 grams) semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 ¼ cups (400 grams or 14 ounce can) sweetened condensed milk
- 2 tablespoons (28 grams) unsalted butter, at room temperature
- 1 ¼ teaspoon peppermint extract
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla
- 1/2 cup (50 grams) crushed candy canes
Instructions
- Prepare an 8x8-inch square baking pan with cooking spray. Line 2 sheets of parchment paper on all the sides of the pan, leaving an overhang on 2 sides for easy removal.
- In a medium saucepan or cooking pot, add the chocolate chips, sweetened condensed milk, and butter. Heat over low heat and fold together with a spatula. Continue to heat the mixture over low heat, stirring and folding with the spatula frequently, until the all of the chocolate chips have fully melted, and the fudge is well-combined, smooth, and thick.
- Add in the peppermint extract and vanilla. Mix and fold them into the fudge until combined.
- Immediately pour the fudge into the prepared baking pan and quickly smooth it out with a spatula. Top with the crushed candy canes.
- Transfer to the fridge to set for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight. When set, remove the fudge from the pan, then slice into 36 pieces.
Notes
How to store: Place the cut peppermint fudge pieces in an airtight container and store in the fridge for up to two weeks.
How to freeze: Keep the pieces in a freezer bag or container and store in the freezer for up to a month.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Chill Time: 2 hours
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No Bake
- Cuisine: American