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Peppermint Swirl Fudge

Delicious Peppermint Swirl Fudge for Your Holiday Treats

Delight in the festive flavors of Peppermint Swirl Fudge, a no-bake dessert that combines chocolate and peppermint for a perfect holiday treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 16 squares
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chocolate Layer
  • 2 cups chocolate chips semi-sweet or dark
  • 1 tablespoon butter use vegan butter for dairy-free option
  • 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk ensure at room temperature
  • ½ teaspoon peppermint extract measure carefully
For the Swirl Layer
  • 1½ cups white chocolate high-quality chocolate
  • ⅓ cup sweetened condensed milk for the swirl layer
  • few drops red gel food coloring a little goes a long way
For the Topping
  • 1 cup crushed peppermint candy use candy canes for easier crushing

Equipment

  • Double Boiler
  • 8x8 pan
  • Spatula
  • Skewer or knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Peppermint Swirl Fudge
  1. In a double boiler, combine chocolate chips, butter, and sweetened condensed milk. Stir constantly for about 5-7 minutes until smooth.
  2. Stir in peppermint extract into the chocolate mixture.
  3. Melt the white chocolate with sweetened condensed milk until creamy, then add peppermint extract and red gel food coloring.
  4. Pour ¾ of the chocolate mixture into a greased 8x8 pan and drop spoonfuls of the peppermint mixture over it.
  5. Swirl the peppermint layer into the chocolate using a skewer or knife.
  6. Pour the remaining chocolate mixture over the swirled layers and top with crushed peppermint candy.
  7. Refrigerate the fudge for at least 3 hours or until firm.
  8. Remove from the pan and cut into squares using a hot knife.

Nutrition

Serving: 1squareCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 14gVitamin A: 100IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week or freeze for up to 3 months.

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