Pin It Rich, creamy chocolate fudge squares with a festive touch perfect for holiday gifting or a simple sweet treat.
This fudge has been a holiday favorite in my family for years, bringing smiles every season.
Ingredients
- Semi-sweet chocolate chips: 3 cups (510 g)
- Sweetened condensed milk: 1 (14 oz / 400 g) can
- Festive sprinkles or crushed peppermint candies: 1/2 cup (75 g)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Line an 8x8-inch (20x20 cm) square baking pan with parchment paper leaving an overhang for easy removal.
- Step 2:
- In a medium saucepan over low heat combine chocolate chips and sweetened condensed milk. Stir constantly until the chocolate is completely melted and the mixture is smooth (about 3 5 minutes).
- Step 3:
- Pour the mixture into the prepared pan and spread evenly with a spatula.
- Step 4:
- Immediately sprinkle festive sprinkles or crushed peppermint candies over the top pressing gently to adhere.
- Step 5:
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until fully set.
- Step 6:
- Lift the fudge out of the pan using the parchment overhang and cut into 16 squares. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
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Making this fudge together has created wonderful memories with family during the holidays.
Notes
For a nutty twist add 1/2 cup chopped toasted nuts to the fudge before chilling. Substitute white chocolate chips for a vanilla version. Pairs well with hot cocoa or coffee.
Required Tools
Medium saucepan, spatula, 8x8-inch (20x20 cm) baking pan, parchment paper, knife.
Nutritional Information
Calories 185, Total Fat 7 g, Carbohydrates 29 g, Protein 2 g per serving.
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This easy fudge recipe makes holiday treats fast and delightful every year.
Recipe Questions & Answers
- → What ingredients are needed for the fudge?
Semi-sweet chocolate chips, sweetened condensed milk, and festive sprinkles or crushed peppermint candies form the base and topping.
- → How long does it take to set the fudge?
The fudge should chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours to set properly.
- → Can I add nuts to the fudge?
Yes, adding 1/2 cup of chopped toasted nuts before chilling provides a nutty twist.
- → Is there a variation for a vanilla flavor?
Substitute white chocolate chips for semi-sweet to create a vanilla version of the fudge.
- → What tools are required to make this treat?
A medium saucepan, spatula, 8x8-inch baking pan, parchment paper, and a knife for cutting are needed.
- → Are there any allergen considerations?
Contains milk and possibly soy from chocolate chips; sprinkles may contain gluten or other allergens, so check labels carefully.