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I always jump into the Christmas spirit by whipping up this colorful fudge. Those swishy red and green patterns running through the smooth white chocolate always remind me of holiday decorations and Christmas wonder. Nothing beats seeing kids' eyes widen when they notice this sweet treat waiting for them. The best part? You won't need to fire up your oven at all!
Sweet Christmas Delight
This fudge has turned into my holiday calling card. When you taste the velvety white chocolate mixed with that zingy peppermint, it just melts away in your mouth. This simple recipe really saves my bacon during the crazy December rush, but still delivers all those Christmassy flavors that everyone looks forward to.
Your Shopping List
- 3 bags white chocolate chips: Go for the premium ones as they'll really make your fudge turn out smoother.
- 2 cans sweetened condensed milk: This stuff gives you that can't-resist creaminess and just-right texture.
- 1/2 cup butter: I grab the unsalted kind so I can tweak the taste myself.
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract: Don't overdo it, this tiny amount packs enough festive punch.
- Food coloring: Grab gel types in red and green for the most eye-catching swirls.
- Holiday sprinkles: Whatever catches your eye works, or smash up some candy canes for the top.
Making the Magic
- Start With Your Base
- Throw your chocolate chips condensed milk butter and peppermint into a large microwave-safe bowl. Warm it up in 30 second chunks making sure to stir after each until you get a nice shiny mix.
- Add Some Color
- Take out two small portions of your mixture. Color one red and one green and mix them quickly before they harden up.
- Create Your Design
- Put spoonfuls of each color into your prepared pan. Take a knife and gently swirl everything together to make pretty patterns.
- Finish and Wait
- Add your decorations on top then stick it in the fridge to harden. In a few hours you can slice it into cute squares.
Fun Twists
I sometimes swap in vanilla instead of peppermint for something different. Broken candy canes sprinkled on top give such a nice snap and look terrific too. You can even switch colors for other celebrations like orange and black when Halloween comes around.
Keep It Fresh
Your treats will stay good in an airtight container at room temp for around 5 days. Stick them in the fridge and they'll last a full two weeks. Want to save them longer? Just wrap pieces in parchment paper then foil and freeze them they'll stay good for months.
My Fudge Making Secrets
Don't rush heating your chocolate and keep stirring to avoid burning it. Gel colors work way better than the liquid stuff and won't mess up how thick your fudge is. Clean your knife between cuts and you'll get those fancy looking squares that seem like they came from a fancy candy store.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- → How long will it stay fresh?
Keep your fudge in an airtight container, and it'll last 5 days at room temperature. Store it in the fridge for up to 2 weeks—just wrap it tightly to keep it creamy. But honestly, it rarely lasts that long anyway!
- → Can I freeze it for later?
Sure thing! Wrap individual pieces in parchment or wax paper, then foil to keep them separated. Stash them in a sealed freezer bag, and they'll stay good for up to 3 months. Great for planning ahead!
- → No microwave? Don’t worry!
A double boiler saves the day. Heat your ingredients on medium while stirring. Just make sure no water sneaks into the chocolate—it'll seize up in no time!