Peppermint Crunch Fudge
Peppermint Crunch Fudge is a rich, creamy holiday treat made with chocolate and peppermint flavors, topped with crunchy peppermint candies. Perfect for gifting or festive dessert tables.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: 25 squares 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 3 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 (14-ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 1/2 cup crushed peppermint candies (like candy canes)
- Optional: extra crushed peppermint for topping
Instructions
- Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper or foil, leaving some overhang for easy removal.
- In a medium saucepan over low heat, combine chocolate chips, sweetened condensed milk, and butter.
- Stir continuously until the mixture is fully melted and smooth.
- Remove from heat and stir in peppermint extract and crushed peppermint candies.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
- Sprinkle additional crushed peppermint on top if desired and gently press into the fudge.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until firm.
- Lift the fudge out of the pan using the overhang and cut into squares.
Notes
- Store fudge in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
- Use high-quality chocolate for best flavor and texture.
- You can substitute white chocolate chips for a different flavor variation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: peppermint fudge, holiday dessert, chocolate peppermint, easy fudge, Christmas candy
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