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Candy Cane Fudge

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This easy candy creation blends white chocolate and candy canes for a perfect winter snack. Just four ingredients make this a breeze for any festive occasion.
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Updated on Fri, 02 May 2025 18:45:00 GMT
A creamy white peppermint fudge stack topped with crushed red and white candy canes. Pin it
A creamy white peppermint fudge stack topped with crushed red and white candy canes. | twistytaste.com

This Candy Cane Fudge brings together smooth creaminess with zingy peppermint, making it perfect for Christmas celebrations. The crushed candy decorations add a festive crackle to the velvety sweetness beneath. It's a wonderful treat to share with friends or enjoy yourself during the holiday season.

Festive Delight With Every Taste

I can't wait for December to roll around so I can whip up this fudge. The way those bits of candy cane glitter on the creamy white surface reminds me of twinkling snow. I just love how the smooth, melt-in-your-mouth texture combines with the candy's snap, taking me right back to Christmas mornings as a kid.

Your Ingredients

  • White Chocolate Chips: About 2 bags (3 cups), melted down for that silky foundation.
  • Sweetened Condensed Milk: One 14 oz can to make everything rich and sweet.
  • Vanilla Extract: 1 teaspoon to boost the overall taste.
  • Candy Canes: 1/2 cup smashed up for that festive pop and crunch.

Making It Step By Step

Get Your Dish Ready
Cover a 9×9 baking dish with parchment or foil and smear with butter so the fudge won't stick.
Mix Your Main Stuff
Put white chocolate chips and sweetened condensed milk in a big pot over medium heat. Keep stirring until everything's melted and looks smooth.
Add The Good Flavors
Mix in vanilla extract and stir the crushed candy canes through until they're spread out nicely.
Pour And Cool
Dump the mixture into your ready dish. Cool it for about an hour at room temp, then sprinkle more crushed candy on top.
Chill It Down
Stick it in the fridge for 3-4 hours until it feels firm. Cut into squares to serve or wrap up as gifts.

Tricks For Best Results

After making this fudge for many Christmases, I've picked up a few handy tips. Grabbing top-notch white chocolate really changes how good the fudge turns out. I find it oddly relaxing to pop candy canes in a ziplock bag and smash them with my rolling pin, plus it gets them just the right size. When I'm giving these as presents, I cut them into neat squares and put wax paper between layers in cute holiday containers.

Spread The Happiness

This fudge has turned into a must-have for my holiday lineup. I get such a kick out of seeing friends take their first bite, when they taste the sweet creamy base and then get that cool peppermint punch. It's basically Christmas wrapped up in one little square that you can hand out to everyone you care about.

A close-up of squares of peppermint fudge topped with crushed red and green candies on a sheet of parchment paper. Pin it
A close-up of squares of peppermint fudge topped with crushed red and green candies on a sheet of parchment paper. | twistytaste.com

Frequently Asked Questions

→ What's the benefit of lining the pan?
It makes taking out and cutting the fudge super easy. A light butter layer gives extra stick protection.
→ Why chill the fudge in two steps?
Letting it first cool naturally, then refrigerating, prevents shocking the texture and helps it set correctly.
→ Can I make this any time of year?
Of course! While great at Christmas, this dessert is a hit at any winter gathering.
→ Why use two chocolate chip bags?
This amount pairs perfectly with condensed milk to create the right creamy consistency.
→ When's the best time to add toppings?
Add extra candy cane bits after it cools but before chilling, so they stick while staying solid.

Candy Cane Fudge

A cheerful treat with smooth white chocolate and pepperminty crushed candy canes. Quick and easy to make with just four ingredients.

Prep Time
5 Minutes
Cook Time
10 Minutes
Total Time
15 Minutes

Category: Desserts

Difficulty: Easy

Cuisine: American

Yield: 9 Servings (9 pieces)

Dietary: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free

Ingredients

01 1 teaspoon vanilla essence.
02 ½ cup candy canes, finely crushed.
03 1 (14 oz) tin of condensed milk, sweetened.
04 3 cups (2 packs) white chocolate chips.

Instructions

Step 01

Cover a 9x9 pan with foil or parchment paper, then rub on some butter to keep things from sticking.

Step 02

In a big saucepan, toss in the white chocolate chips and condensed milk. Stir constantly until they melt together smoothly.

Step 03

Stir in the vanilla essence, then toss the crushed candy canes into the mix.

Step 04

Pour everything into the pan and let it cool down on the counter for about an hour. Sprinkle a bit more candy cane on top, then pop it in the fridge for 3-4 hours until firm.

Notes

  1. Perfect for any chilly month.
  2. To get the nicest consistency, let it cool twice.
  3. Sprinkle extra crushed candy cane just before chilling.

Tools You'll Need

  • Square dish (9x9).
  • A big pot or saucepan.

Allergy Information

Please check ingredients for potential allergens and consult a health professional if in doubt.
  • Includes dairy (from the chocolate and condensed milk).

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

It is important to consider this information as approximate and not to use it as definitive health advice.
  • Calories: 374
  • Total Fat: 18 g
  • Total Carbohydrate: 49 g
  • Protein: 4 g