Description
A delightful recipe for Christmas fudge candy that is perfect for the holiday season.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
- 1/2 cup crushed peppermint candies (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Line an 8-inch square baking dish with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.
- In a medium saucepan over low heat, combine the chocolate chips, sweetened condensed milk, and salt. Stir continuously until the chocolate is melted and the mixture is smooth.
- Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract. If using, fold in the chopped walnuts and crushed peppermint candies.
- Pour the fudge mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until the fudge is firm.
- Once set, lift the fudge out of the dish using the parchment paper overhang and cut into squares.
Notes
- For a festive touch, drizzle melted white chocolate over the top before chilling.
- Substitute the walnuts with dried cranberries or mini marshmallows for a different flavor and texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: christmas fudge candy