Description
Indulge in the rich and creamy Peppermint Swirl Fudge, a festive treat that combines chocolate and mint flavors in a delightful swirl. Perfect for holiday gatherings or as a sweet gift, this fudge is sure to impress everyone!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 1 cup crushed candy canes
Instructions
- Prepare Your Pan: Start by lining an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper or aluminum foil, leaving some overhang.
- Melt the Chocolate Mixture: In a medium saucepan over low heat, combine the chocolate chips, sweetened condensed milk, and butter. Stir continuously until everything is melted and smooth, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the Peppermint Extract: Once your chocolate is melted, remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the peppermint extract. Taste and adjust according to your preference.
- Incorporate Candy Canes: Fold in half of the crushed candy canes into the chocolate mixture, reserving the other half for decoration.
- Pour into the Pan: Pour the fudge mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly with a spatula.
- Create the Swirl: Drop spoonfuls of the remaining melted chocolate mixture (if you choose to melt some white chocolate as well) on top of the fudge. Use a skewer or knife to gently swirl it together without overmixing.
- Add More Toppings: Sprinkle the remaining crushed candy canes over the top for added crunch and holiday cheer.
- Chill: Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2-3 hours, or until the fudge is firm.
- Cut and Serve: Once set, lift the fudge out of the pan using the overhang and place it on a cutting board. Cut into squares and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg
Keywords: Experiment with flavors by trying other extracts like orange or almond. For a festive touch, package the fudge in cellophane bags tied with a ribbon to give as gifts.