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For me, whipping up this bright fudge screams that the holidays are here. The bold red and green colors swirling around sweet white chocolate always put me in a cheery mood. Those glowy faces I see when folks spot it on my table? Priceless. Plus, you never need to touch your oven for this one—super easy.
Cheery Christmas Vibes
Every year, this fudge is my go-to December treat. Smooth white chocolate and fresh peppermint together? Seriously dreamy. When the season turns hectic, skipping the oven and tossing everything in one bowl is a lifesaver. Still tastes like you spent hours on it and totally nails the cozy holiday feeling.
What You Need
- Holiday sprinkles: Grab a mix you like or crush up a couple candy canes for crunchy topping.
- Food coloring (red and green): Gel works best for making those nifty swirls pop.
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract: Just a dash and it feels super fresh and minty.
- 1/2 cup butter: Always go unsalted so you call the shots on flavor.
- 2 cans sweetened condensed milk: Makes this fudge extra creamy and rich.
- 3 bags white chocolate chips: Splurge on the good ones—your fudge will taste smoother (promise).
Whip It Up
- Finish and Chill Out
- Throw your favorite sprinkles or candy on top. Stick the pan in the fridge and give it a couple hours to set up. Ready to slice? Go for neat little pieces.
- Create Awesome Swirls
- Plop a spoonful of each colored mix into the lined pan. Use a knife to drag the colors around and get cool patterns.
- Add Some Festive Color
- Spoon out two small bowls from your main fudge. Mix some red into one and green into the other. Stir quick so it doesn't set.
- Get Your Base Melty
- Add the chips, condensed milk, butter, and peppermint into a big microwaveable bowl. Heat for 30 seconds each go, stirring every time, until you've got a shiny, smooth mix.
Try Something New
I like to swap the peppermint for vanilla sometimes to switch things up. Smashed candy canes make the top super cute and crunchy. Mixing up the colors is fun too—think orange and black for Halloween, or whatever fits your theme.
Storing Made Simple
On the counter in a closed container, it'll stay fresh about five days. If you want it to last longer, toss it in the fridge and you've got about two weeks. For keeping it even longer, wrap pieces in parchment plus foil, freeze, and you've got treats ready for months.
Pro Tips For Perfect Squares
Always heat slow and give your chocolate lots of stirs—no burnt spots! Gel coloring works way better than liquid and keeps things thick and nice. Clean off your knife each time you slice for those pro-looking fudge cubes even your grandma would love.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- → How long will it stay good?
Store your fudge in a sealed container at room temperature and it’s fine for 5 days. Pop it in the fridge and it can last up to 2 weeks—keep it covered so it stays soft! Honestly, it’s usually gone before then.
- → Is freezing possible?
Sure thing, freezing works great! Cut the fudge, wrap the pieces snugly in parchment or wax paper, then foil. Seal them in a freezer bag, and you’re set for 3 months.
- → What if I don’t have a microwave?
No worries at all! Use a double boiler to melt the ingredients. Keep stirring and watch out for water drops—they’ll mess up the chocolate faster than you’d expect.