Description
Sweet holiday magic comes alive with this Christmas Fudge, blending rich chocolate and festive cheer in one delectable treat. Merry moments melt together, creating delightful memories you’ll savor long after the last delicious bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 3 cups (525 grams) white chocolate chips
- 1 can (14 ounces / 396 grams) sweetened condensed milk
Flavoring:
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Decorative Ingredients:
- Red gel food coloring
- Green gel food coloring
- Holiday sprinkles
Instructions
- Prepare a square baking vessel by carefully lining it with parchment paper, ensuring the edges extend slightly over the sides for convenient fudge extraction and removal.
- Create a smooth, creamy chocolate base by gently melting chocolate chips and sweetened condensed milk in a heavy-bottomed saucepan over low, consistent heat.
- Stir the mixture continuously with a silicone spatula to prevent scorching and achieve a uniform, glossy consistency.
- Incorporate vanilla extract and salt into the melted chocolate mixture, blending thoroughly to enhance the deep, rich flavor profile.
- For festive Christmas variation, fold in crushed peppermint candies or sprinkle chopped candy canes across the surface before the fudge sets.
- Pour the molten chocolate mixture into the prepared parchment-lined pan, using gentle, even movements to distribute the fudge uniformly.
- Smooth the top with a clean spatula, creating a level surface that will result in perfectly cut squares.
- Refrigerate the fudge for approximately two hours, allowing it to solidify completely and develop a firm, slice-able texture.
- Once chilled, lift the fudge from the pan using the parchment paper overhang and transfer to a cutting board.
- Slice into precise, bite-sized squares using a sharp knife, wiping the blade clean between cuts for crisp edges.
- Store the festive fudge in an airtight container, layered between sheets of parchment paper to maintain its delectable texture.
Notes
- Ensure parchment paper extends slightly over pan edges for hassle-free fudge lifting and clean cutting.
- Use heavy-bottomed saucepan to prevent sugar from burning and distribute heat evenly during cooking process.
- Consider adding festive mix-ins like crushed peppermint, chopped nuts, or holiday sprinkles for extra Christmas cheer and texture variation.
- Cool fudge completely at room temperature before refrigerating to avoid condensation and maintain smooth, creamy consistency.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 226
- Sugar: 24 g
- Sodium: 55 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: <1 g
- Protein: <1 g
- Cholesterol: <5 mg