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Peppermint Swirl Fudge

Irresistible Peppermint Swirl Fudge for Your Holiday Joy

This Peppermint Swirl Fudge is a creamy no-bake delight perfect for holiday gifting and gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 20 squares
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Chocolate Base
  • 2 cups dark or semi-sweet chocolate chips Provides a rich base flavor
  • 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk Room temperature to prevent chocolate from seizing
  • 1 tablespoon butter Used for melting with chocolate
Whipped Swirl Layer
  • 1.5 cups white chocolate with cocoa butter Essential for a creamy swirl
  • 0.5 teaspoon peppermint extract Imparts a fresh minty flavor
Festive Touch
  • 1 drop red gel food coloring Used for creating beautiful swirls
  • 1 cup crushed peppermint candy or candy canes Adds a crunchy topping

Equipment

  • double boiler
  • 8x8 square pan
  • Spatula
  • toothpick or skewer

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Prepare Your Pan: Line an 8x8 square pan with parchment paper and lightly grease it.
  2. Melt the Chocolate Base: In a double boiler, combine chocolate chips, butter, and sweetened condensed milk. Stir until smooth.
  3. Add Peppermint Extract: Stir in peppermint extract into the chocolate mixture.
  4. Prepare the Swirl Layer: Melt white chocolate with sweetened condensed milk in a clean double boiler until glossy.
  5. Create the Festive Color: Add red gel food coloring and mix gently for swirls.
  6. Assemble the Fudge Layers: Pour three-quarters of the chocolate mixture into the pan. Add spoonfuls of the swirl layer.
  7. Swirl the Mixtures: Use a skewer to create swirl patterns without over-blending.
  8. Finish with the Remaining Chocolate: Pour the rest of the chocolate over the swirled peppermint layers.
  9. Add the Crunchy Topping: Sprinkle crushed peppermint on top and lightly press them in.
  10. Chill Until Set: Cover the pan and refrigerate for at least 3 hours.
  11. Cut and Serve: Use a hot knife to cut the fudge into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1squareCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 40mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Ensure sweetened condensed milk is at room temperature before mixing. Use a double boiler for melting chocolate to maintain texture.

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