Description
Festive Christmas Fudge brings winter magic straight to kitchen counters with rich chocolate and marshmallow swirls. Sweet memories melt together, creating delightful moments that warm hearts and bring smiles during holiday celebrations.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 3 cups (720 milliliters) semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 (14 ounces / 396 grams) can sweetened condensed milk
- ¼ cup (56 grams) unsalted butter, cut into pieces
Flavor Enhancers:
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Optional Toppings:
- Crushed candy canes
- Festive holiday sprinkles
- Chopped nuts (like pecans or walnuts)
- Mini marshmallows
Instructions
- Prepare a rectangular baking dish by carefully lining it with parchment paper or aluminum foil, allowing some overhang for easy removal of the fudge.
- Select a medium saucepan and combine sweetened condensed milk, butter, and chocolate chips over medium-low heat, stirring continuously until the mixture transforms into a glossy, uniform consistency.
- Remove the melted chocolate mixture from heat and introduce vanilla extract and a delicate sprinkle of salt, ensuring thorough integration of flavors.
- If desired, gently fold in additional ingredients like crushed candy canes or toasted nuts, distributing them evenly throughout the creamy base.
- Transfer the luxurious fudge mixture into the prepared pan, using a spatula to create a smooth, level surface that promises uniform texture.
- Carefully place the pan in the refrigerator, allowing the fudge to solidify and develop its rich, decadent character for approximately two hours.
- Once completely set, lift the fudge from the pan using the parchment paper edges and slice into precise, bite-sized squares using a sharp knife.
- Arrange the fudge pieces on a festive serving platter, ready to delight friends and family with this homemade holiday treat.
Notes
- Experiment with different chocolate types like dark, milk, or white chocolate to create unique flavor variations that match personal taste preferences.
- Prevent crystallization by avoiding stirring the mixture once it starts boiling and using a clean, dry spatula during the entire cooking process.
- Achieve a smoother texture by using a candy thermometer to ensure the mixture reaches the perfect temperature between 234-239°F (soft-ball stage).
- Customize the fudge by adding festive mix-ins like crushed peppermint, toasted coconut, or dried cranberries for extra holiday cheer and flavor complexity.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 16
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 22 g
- Sodium: 60 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg