Looking for homemade candy recipes? This Candy Cane Fudge takes little time to make, but no one will ever know that because of its rich taste. Topped with crushed candy canes and a swirl of chocolate, this Christmas fudge recipe will become one that your family asks you to make again and again.
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⭐Why This Recipe Works
- Candy cane fudge takes just 5 minutes to make.
- Since it is so rich and sweet, a little goes a long way.
- White chocolate peppermint fudge makes a festive holiday gift!
🥣Ingredient Notes
- White chocolate chips - I highly recommend Ghirardelli Classic White Premium Baking Chips for their rich, smooth taste.
- Sweetened condensed milk - Provides a rich and creamy texture and taste.
- Peppermint extract - Adds a burst of peppermint flavor.
- Crushed peppermint candy canes - In addition to the taste, these add a nice crunch.
- Semi-sweet chocolate chips - To add a rich chocolate flavor.
📋Step by Step Instructions
STEP 1: Line a 9x9 square baking dish with parchment paper. Spray the parchment paper lightly with cooking spray.
STEP 2: Combine the white chocolate chips and sweetened condensed milk in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Stir the mixture frequently until the chips melt.
STEP 3: Remove the mixture from the heat and stir in the peppermint extract and ½ C candy canes. Stir until the candy canes have been thoroughly incorporated into the chocolate mixture.
STEP 4: Pour the mixture from the saucepan into the prepared pan.
STEP 5: Add chocolate chips to the top of the fudge and gently swirl the chips into the fudge using a knife. Add some more crushed candy cane pieces to the top.
STEP 6: Leave the fudge out overnight to set. Then slice and enjoy!
This easy candy cane fudge recipe is great to serve at holiday parties. Since it's so rich, a little goes a long way.
👩🏻🍳Expert Tips
Tip 1: Use a silicone spatula to spread the fudge mixture evenly into baking pan.
Tip 2: You can pack up these holiday treats in these holiday tins and give it to teachers and other special people. But be careful, they will be asking you to make it again and again!
🤷🏻♀️Recipe FAQs
You can store this fudge in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. You can also store this in the fridge for a few weeks, but I like to let it thaw a little before eating.
Yes, crushed peppermints will work just as well.
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📖 Recipe
Easy Candy Cane Fudge
Equipment
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Ingredients
- 3 C white chocolate chips
- 14 oz sweetened condensed milk
- ½ teaspoon peppermint extract
- ¾ C crushed candy canes
- ⅔ C mini semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Line 9x9 square baking pan with parchment paper
- Spray lightly with cooking spray.
- Combine the white chocolate chips and sweetened condensed milk in a saucepan over medium heat.
- Stir frequently until chips are melted.
- Remove from heat and stir in the peppermint extract and ½ C candy canes.
- Spread evenly into prepared baking pan.
- Top with chocolate chips and gently swirl them into the fudge with a knife.
- Top with a few more crushed candy cane pieces.
- Allow to harden overnight before enjoying!
Notes
- Use a silicone spatula to spread the fudge mixture evenly into the baking dish.
- You can pack up these holiday treats in these holiday tins and give it to teachers and other special people. But be careful, they will be asking you to make it again and again!
- This nutritional information is approximate and was calculated using online calculators. Your nutritional information may vary depending on numerous factors.
Tara says
Looks easy and delicious -- just what I need!
Kelly Anthony says
Chocolate and peppermint are one of my most favorite holiday treats and this one hits the spot. This fudge will make the most perfect gifts for our neighbors and friends.
Alexis says
I'll have to make this for my kids' teachers, looks delicious. Holiday baking is always so much fun!
Jamielyn says
This looks SO delicious and perfect for the holidays! Plus it's so festive, too!
Danielle says
This looks like such a fun and festive Christmas candy! I never thought of putting peppermint flavors into fudge.
Sarah Newman says
Wow, hard to believe how easy this recipe is! And the fudge is so pretty and festive, I can totally imagine it looking beautiful as a part of any holiday spread!