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Christmas Fudge

This delightful Christmas Fudge is a rich and creamy treat that captures the spirit of the holiday season. With a combination of chocolate, condensed milk, and festive toppings, this fudge is perfect for gift-giving or as a sweet addition to your holiday dessert table.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 4 People
Calories 150 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 medium-sized saucepan
  • 1 wooden spoon or spatula
  • 1 8x8 inch baking pan
  • 1 parchment paper (optional)
  • 1 measuring cups
  • 1 measuring spoons
  • 1 sharp knife

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips 340g
  • 1 cup sweetened condensed milk 240ml
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 5ml
  • 1 cup chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans) 120g
  • ½ cup crushed peppermint candies 60g, reserve half for topping
  • 1 pinch salt

Instructions
 

  • Line the 8x8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy lifting.
  • In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the semisweet chocolate chips, sweetened condensed milk, and a pinch of salt. Place the saucepan over low heat.
  • Stir the mixture continuously using a wooden spoon or spatula until the chocolate chips are fully melted and the mixture is smooth.
  • Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Fold in the chopped nuts and half of the crushed peppermint candies, reserving the other half for topping.
  • Pour the fudge mixture into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
  • Sprinkle the remaining crushed peppermint candies on top of the fudge.
  • Allow the fudge to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until firm.
  • Once firm, lift the fudge out of the pan using the parchment overhang. Cut it into 24 pieces using a sharp knife.
  • For a festive touch, drizzle melted white chocolate on top before adding the crushed peppermint, if desired.

Notes

For a festive touch, you can drizzle melted white chocolate on top before adding the crushed peppermint.
Feel free to customize the fudge with different toppings, such as sprinkles or dried fruit.
Store the fudge in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.