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Peppermint Swirl Fudge

Delight in the festive flavors of this peppermint swirl fudge, perfect for holiday gatherings and gift-giving.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 3 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 16 pieces
Course: Dessert, Sweet Treat
Cuisine: American, Holiday
Calories: 130
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chocolate Mixture
  • 2 cups semi-sweet or dark chocolate chips
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • 1 14 oz can sweetened condensed milk, room temperature
  • 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
  • pinch salt
Peppermint Layer
  • 1 1/2 cups white chocolate chips
  • 1/2 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • 1/3 cup sweetened condensed milk, room temperature
  • 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
  • 1 to 2 drops red gel food coloring
  • 1/2 cup crushed peppermint candies or candy canes

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Line an 8×8-inch square pan with parchment paper and lightly coat it with nonstick spray.
  2. In a heatproof bowl, combine the semi-sweet chocolate chips, butter, and sweetened condensed milk. Melt over a gentle simmer, stirring until smooth.
  3. Remove from heat and mix in the peppermint extract and a pinch of salt.
Peppermint Layer
  1. In another heatproof bowl, combine the white chocolate chips, butter, and sweetened condensed milk. Melt this mixture until smooth.
  2. Add in the peppermint extract and red gel food coloring, and swirl together.
Assembly
  1. Pour three-quarters of the chocolate mixture into the prepared pan.
  2. Drop spoonfuls of the peppermint mixture across the surface, then top with the remaining chocolate mixture. Swirl gently with a knife.
  3. Sprinkle and press the crushed peppermint candies on top.
Chilling
  1. Refrigerate the pan for at least 3 hours to firm up.
  2. Once set, lift out using the parchment, cut into squares, and serve.

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week, or refrigerate for extended freshness. Feel free to experiment with toppings like chopped nuts or different chocolate types.