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Peppermint Swirl Fudge

A festive, no-bake holiday fudge featuring mesmerizing swirls of rich milk chocolate and cooling peppermint white chocolate, topped with crushed candy canes.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 25 pieces
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Holiday
Calories: 140

Ingredients
  

Dark Chocolate Layer
  • 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 0.5 can sweetened condensed milk approx 7 oz
  • 1 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
White Chocolate Peppermint Layer
  • 2 cups white chocolate chips high quality
  • 0.5 can sweetened condensed milk approx 7 oz
  • 1 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 tsp peppermint extract
Topping
  • 0.5 cup candy canes crushed

Equipment

  • 8x8 Baking Pan
  • Microwave-safe bowls
  • Spatula
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

  1. Line an 8x8 inch square baking pan with parchment paper, leaving overhang on the sides for easy removal.
  2. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine semi-sweet chocolate chips, 1 tablespoon butter, and half the sweetened condensed milk. Heat in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth. Stir in vanilla extract.
  3. In a second bowl, combine white chocolate chips, remaining 1 tablespoon butter, and remaining condensed milk. Heat in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth. Stir in peppermint extract.
  4. Drop alternating spoonfuls of the dark and white chocolate mixtures into the prepared pan.
  5. Use a knife or skewer to gently swirl the batters together to create a marble effect. Do not over-mix.
  6. Immediately sprinkle crushed candy canes over the top and press down gently.
  7. Refrigerate for 2-4 hours until firm. Remove from pan using parchment handles and cut into squares.

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature or in the fridge.