Description
This candy cane fudge is a quick, no-bake holiday dessert made with white chocolate and crushed peppermint. Perfect for gifting, cookie trays, or festive snacking—all with just 6 ingredients and 10 minutes of prep!
Ingredients
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- 3 cups white chocolate chips
- 14oz can sweetened condensed milk
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter, cubed
- Pinch of salt
- 1 tsp peppermint extract
- 1-2 tbsp crushed candy canes, to top
Instructions
- Line an 8×8-inch pan with parchment, leaving a 1–2 inch overhang.
- Melt white chocolate, condensed milk, butter, and salt in a saucepan over low heat, stirring constantly until smooth (5–7 minutes).
- Stir in peppermint extract.
- Pour into the pan and smooth the top.
- Top with crushed candy canes and press gently to adhere.
- Chill until firm, at least 4 hours.
- Slice into 25–36 squares with a warm, sharp knife; wipe blade between cuts.
Notes
- Use high-quality white chocolate for the smoothest, creamiest texture.
- Let the fudge cool slightly before adding candy canes to keep them from melting.
- To crush candy canes, place them in a zip-top bag and gently tap with a rolling pin.
- For a fun variation, swirl in red food coloring or add holiday sprinkles.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-15 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Holiday Treats
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 190 kcal
- Sugar: 25 g
- Sodium: 30 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Carbohydrates: 26 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 2 g