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Peppermint Swirl Fudge Recipe

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This Peppermint Swirl Fudge is a festive, creamy treat combining rich chocolate and white chocolate layers with refreshing peppermint flavor. Perfect for holiday gifting or indulgent snacking, it features a smooth, melt-in-your-mouth texture with a decorative peppermint candy topping and beautiful red swirls.

Ingredients

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Chocolate Layer

  • 2 cups semi-sweet or dark chocolate chips
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • 1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk, room temperature
  • ½ teaspoon peppermint extract
  • Pinch of salt

Peppermint Swirl Layer

  • 1 ½ cups white chocolate chips (use real white chocolate, not almond bark)
  • ½ tablespoon unsalted butter
  • ⅓ cup sweetened condensed milk, room temperature
  • ½ teaspoon peppermint extract
  • 1–2 drops red gel food coloring

Topping

  • ½ cup crushed peppermint candies or candy canes

Instructions

  1. Prep the Pan: Line an 8×8-inch square pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on two sides to make lifting the fudge easier. Lightly coat the lined pan with nonstick spray and place it on a flat surface.
  2. Make the Chocolate Fudge Base: In a heatproof bowl, combine the semi-sweet or dark chocolate chips, butter, and room temperature sweetened condensed milk. Set the bowl over a pot of simmering water (double boiler method) and stir constantly until the mixture is melted and smooth. Remove from heat and stir in the peppermint extract and a pinch of salt for flavor balance.
  3. Make the Peppermint Swirl Layer: Using a separate heatproof bowl, combine the white chocolate chips, butter, and room temperature condensed milk. Melt gently over a double boiler while stirring continuously until fully smooth. Stir in the peppermint extract and 1 to 2 drops of red gel food coloring carefully, leaving some color streaks. Avoid mixing too much to preserve swirl patterns.
  4. Layer and Swirl: Pour approximately three-quarters of the chocolate fudge mixture into the prepared pan and spread evenly. Drop spoonfuls of the red peppermint white chocolate mixture across the surface, then fill the gaps with the remaining chocolate mixture. Use a knife or skewer to gently swirl the two mixtures together in figure-eight patterns, creating a beautiful marbled effect without overmixing.
  5. Add the Topping: Evenly sprinkle the crushed peppermint candies or candy canes over the top of the swirled fudge. Press gently to help the topping adhere to the surface.
  6. Chill and Set: Place the fudge pan in the refrigerator and chill for at least 3 hours or until the fudge is fully set and firm. Once chilled, use the parchment paper overhang to lift the fudge out of the pan easily. Cut into squares and serve.

Notes

  • Use real white chocolate chips rather than almond bark for better flavor and texture.
  • Ensure sweetened condensed milk is at room temperature to help with smooth melting.
  • Be careful not to over-swirl the colored white chocolate to maintain distinct swirl patterns.
  • Store leftover fudge in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
  • Allow fudge to come to room temperature before eating for the best texture and flavor.

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