Smooth & Creamy Peppermint Bark Fudge: A Holiday Treat!
Experience a holiday miracle with this Peppermint Bark Fudge that combines the refreshing crunch of peppermint bark with the smooth richness of homemade fudge. Perfect for gifting or treating yourself, this easy recipe will impress everyone at your holiday gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 30 mins
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 16 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can Sweetened Condensed Milk
- 8 oz Dark or Semi-Sweet Chocolate (chips or chopped)
- 8 oz White Chocolate (chips or chopped)
- 4 tbsp Unsalted Butter
- 1 tsp Pure Peppermint Extract
- Crushed Peppermint Candies/Candy Canes
- Optional: 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
- Optional: Pinch of Fine Sea Salt
Instructions
- Prepare Your Pan: Line an 8×8 or 9×9-inch baking pan with parchment paper or foil, leaving an overhang on the sides. Lightly grease the paper or foil if desired.
- Melt the Dark/Semi-Sweet Chocolate Base: In a medium microwave-safe bowl, combine dark or semi-sweet chocolate with half of the sweetened condensed milk and half of the butter. Heat in 30-second intervals, stirring well after each, until smooth. Stir in half of the peppermint extract and the optional pinch of salt.
- Press and Chill the Dark Layer: Pour the dark chocolate mixture into the prepared pan and spread it evenly. Tap the pan gently on the counter to release air bubbles. Chill in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes until just set.
- Melt the White Chocolate Layer: In a separate bowl, combine white chocolate with the remaining sweetened condensed milk and butter. Heat in 30-second intervals until smooth. Stir in the remaining peppermint extract and optional vanilla extract.
- Layer and Decorate: Once the dark layer is set, pour the white chocolate mixture over it and spread evenly. Sprinkle crushed peppermint candies on top and gently press them into the fudge.
- Set and Cut: Chill the pan in the refrigerator for at least 2-4 hours or overnight until firm. Use the parchment overhang to lift the fudge out and cut into squares.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 30 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg
Keywords: For the best creamy texture, avoid overheating the chocolate and use high-quality ingredients. Adjust the peppermint intensity to your taste, and ensure to separate layers of fudge with parchment paper when storing.