Perfect Candy Cane Fudge Recipe for Easy Holiday Treats
This candy cane fudge is a festive, creamy treat with a peppermint crunch, perfect for holiday gatherings or gifting.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 17 minutes
- Yield: 16 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups (340g) white chocolate chips
- 1 can (14oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 2 tablespoons (28g) unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup (60g) crushed candy canes
- Pinch of sea salt
Instructions
- Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy lifting.
- In a medium saucepan, combine white chocolate chips, sweetened condensed milk, and unsalted butter.
- Heat the mixture over low heat, stirring constantly until the chocolate is fully melted and smooth, about 5-7 minutes.
- Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in vanilla extract and a pinch of sea salt. Mix until fully incorporated.
- Pour the fudge mixture into the prepared baking pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- Sprinkle crushed candy canes evenly over the top, gently pressing them into the surface.
- Refrigerate the fudge for at least 2 hours, or until fully set.
- Once set, lift the fudge out of the pan using the parchment paper overhang. Cut into squares or rectangles and serve.
Notes
[‘Melt the chocolate over low heat to prevent burning or separating.’, ‘Use high-quality white chocolate for the best texture and flavor.’, ‘Line the pan with parchment paper for easy removal.’, ‘Crush candy canes evenly for a uniform topping.’, ‘Let the fudge set completely in the fridge before cutting to avoid crumbly edges.’]
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 16
- Fat: 7
- Protein: 2
Keywords: Candy Cane Fudge, Holiday Treats, Peppermint Fudge, Christmas Dessert, Easy Fudge Recipe