Description
This festive Candy Cane Fudge is a simple and delicious three-ingredient treat featuring creamy white chocolate and sweetened condensed milk combined with crunchy crushed candy canes for a refreshing peppermint twist. Perfect for holiday gifting or holiday dessert tables, this no-bake fudge requires minimal prep and refrigeration time.
Ingredients
Scale
Fudge Base
- 2 cups white chocolate chips
- 6 oz sweetened condensed milk
Candy Cane Topping
- 2 cups crushed candy canes
Instructions
- Prepare Pan: Line an 8×8″ baking pan with parchment paper to prevent the fudge from sticking and to allow easy removal once set.
- Crush Candy Canes: Place the candy canes in a gallon-size ziplock bag, seal tightly, and crush thoroughly with a rolling pin until you have about 2 cups of crushed candy cane pieces.
- Melt Chocolate Mixture: In the top pot of a double boiler over medium-high heat, combine the white chocolate chips and sweetened condensed milk. Stir continuously until the chocolate is completely melted and the mixture is smooth and glossy.
- Mix in Candy Canes: Remove the melted chocolate mixture from heat. Stir in one cup of the crushed candy canes to distribute the peppermint flavor throughout the fudge.
- Pour into Pan: Pour the fudge mixture evenly into the prepared baking pan. Smooth the top with a spatula for uniform thickness.
- Add Topping: Sprinkle the remaining cup of crushed candy canes evenly over the surface of the fudge. Gently press the candy pieces into the fudge to help them adhere and avoid falling off once set.
- Chill to Set: Place the pan in the refrigerator for 4 to 6 hours to allow the fudge to firm up completely. Alternatively, for quicker setting, place the pan in the freezer for about 2 hours.
- Slice and Serve: When ready to enjoy, use the parchment paper to lift the fudge out of the pan. Let it thaw at room temperature for 30 minutes before slicing into squares for clean cuts and a perfect texture.
Notes
- This fudge is incredibly simple with only three ingredients but yields a smooth, creamy texture paired with a crunchy peppermint topping.
- Using a double boiler ensures gentle melting of the white chocolate to prevent scorching or graininess.
- Crushing candy canes can also be done with a food processor if you prefer finer pieces.
- Store leftover fudge in an airtight container in the refrigerator to maintain freshness for up to one week.
- For an extra festive presentation, consider wrapping fudge squares individually in wax paper for gifting.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 352 kcal
- Sugar: 54 g
- Sodium: 45 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 62 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 11 mg
