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Whipping up this cheery fudge is the real start of my holiday. Whenever I see those red and green streaks swirling through smooth white chocolate, I’m reminded of peppermint paths and the twinkle of the season. It’s always fun seeing kids’ eyes pop when they find these bites on the treat table. And hey, you never have to touch the oven. Love that for us!
Magical Christmas Delight
This treat’s totally my seasonal favorite. Creamy white chocolate and cooling peppermint melt together and just vanish in your mouth. When December gets hectic, I don’t stress—this easy trick gets those festive flavors everyone’s begging for, but still keeps things super simple.
What To Grab
- White chocolate chips (3 bags): Grab a fancy brand if you can—it makes your fudge extra luscious.
- Sweetened condensed milk (2 cans): This is where all that rich, dreamy texture comes from.
- Butter (1/2 cup): I pick unsalted so I can season it just right.
- Peppermint extract (1 teaspoon): Just a splash gives you that happy holiday kick.
- Food colors: Use red and green gel for awesome swirling colors.
- Festive sprinkles: Sprinkle on your top picks or smash up some candy canes for a crunchy finish.
Let’s Make It Wow
- Chill Out to Start
- Toss your chocolate chips, sweetened milk, butter, and peppermint into a big microwave bowl. Melt ‘em in 30-second shots, mixing after every go, ‘til it’s glossy and smooth as silk.
- Mix Up Some Color
- Scoop out two small bowls of the base. Stir red gel into one, green gel in the other, moving fast so they don’t set on you.
- Swirl & Pour
- Drop the colorful mixes along with the white one all over your lined pan. Swirl them all together with a knife for a cool marbled look.
- Decorate & Chill
- Top with sprinkles or crushed candy and stick the pan in your fridge. After a couple hours, slice into cute little squares and enjoy!
Cool Switch-Ups
Trade out peppermint for vanilla if you want to shake things up. Smashing candy canes for the top adds some crunch and looks awesome. Trying different colors makes it perfect for other holidays—think orange and black for spooky season.
Stay Tasty
Keep your fudge in an airtight box on your kitchen counter and it’ll be good for five days. Toss it in the fridge and you’re set for two weeks. Want to save some? Wrap each square in baking paper then foil and stash them in the freezer—they’re safe for months!
My Top Fudge Tips
Take it slow melting the chocolate and stir a lot—burnt fudge is a bummer! Always use gel coloring, not liquid, so it won’t mess with the texture. For neat squares that look fancy, wipe your knife between cuts.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- → How long will it keep?
Seal up your fudge and it'll last about 5 days on the counter. Want it to stay nice longer? Stash it in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks. I doubt it'll hang around that long, though!
- → Freezing fudge tips?
Yes, it freezes well! Wrap pieces in parchment or wax paper first, then add a layer of foil. Store them in freezer bags, and they'll keep great for 3 months. Defrost a slice or two whenever you get a craving.
- → No microwave handy?
No worries! You can melt everything gently in a double boiler over medium heat. Just keep water away from the chocolate—it ruins the texture super fast!