Description
Indulge in the delightful combination of rich chocolate and refreshing mint with this easy-to-make mint chocolate fudge recipe. Perfect for holiday gatherings or a sweet treat any time of the year.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Fudge:
- 3 cups semisweet chocolate chips
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 6–8 drops green food coloring (optional)
Optional Swirl:
- 1/2 cup white chocolate chips
Instructions
- Prepare the Fudge Base: Line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper. Melt semisweet chocolate chips, sweetened condensed milk, and butter in a saucepan over low heat until smooth.
- Flavor and Color: Stir in vanilla extract, peppermint extract, and green food coloring if desired.
- Set and Swirl: Pour the mixture into the dish, smooth the top. For a swirl effect, melt white chocolate chips, drizzle over fudge, and gently swirl with a knife.
- Chill and Serve: Refrigerate for at least 2 hours until firm. Cut into squares and enjoy!
Notes
- Store fudge in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
- For a festive touch, sprinkle crushed peppermint candies on top before chilling.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop + Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 14 g
- Sodium: 20 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 16 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg
