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Peppermint Swirl Fudge

Irresistibly Creamy Peppermint Swirl Fudge for Gifting

This Peppermint Swirl Fudge is a no-bake wonder, perfect for holiday gifting and festive gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 16 squares
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Fudge Base
  • 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips or dark chocolate for richer flavor
  • 1 tablespoon butter for melting
  • 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk room temperature
For the Swirl Layer
  • 1.5 cups high-quality white chocolate with cocoa butter recommended
  • ½ teaspoon peppermint extract per layer
  • 1 tube red gel food coloring to achieve desired swirl color
For the Topping
  • 1 cup crushed peppermint candy candy canes work best

Equipment

  • double boiler
  • 8x8-inch baking pan
  • Spatula
  • parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the pan by lining an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper and greasing it lightly.
  2. Melt the chocolate base by combining chocolate chips and butter in a double boiler, stirring until smooth.
  3. Pour about three-quarters of the chocolate mixture into the prepared pan and smooth it out evenly.
  4. Melt the white chocolate in a separate bowl and mix in sweetened condensed milk and food coloring.
  5. Dollop the white chocolate mixture over the chocolate base, leaving gaps for swirling.
  6. Use a skewer to gently swirl the layers together in wide figure-eights.
  7. Pour remaining chocolate mixture over the swirled layer and spread evenly.
  8. Sprinkle crushed peppermint candy on top and press lightly to adhere.
  9. Chill the fudge in the refrigerator for at least 3 hours before cutting.

Nutrition

Serving: 1squareCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 30mgPotassium: 100mgSugar: 18gVitamin A: 100IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

This fudge is perfect for gifting and can be stored at room temperature for 3 days or refrigerated for 1 week.

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