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Peppermint Swirl Fudge

A creamy, no-bake holiday fudge made with white chocolate, peppermint extract, and festive red swirls topped with crushed candy canes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 16 pieces
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Autumn
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Fudge Base
  • 3 cups white chocolate chips
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips optional
  • 14 oz sweetened condensed milk 1 can
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp peppermint extract
  • red food coloring as needed
  • 0.5 cup crushed candy canes

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Saucepan
  • Baking pan
  • Spatula

Method
 

  1. Line an 8x8-inch pan with parchment paper and set aside.
  2. Melt white chocolate, condensed milk, and butter over low heat, stirring constantly until smooth.
  3. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla and peppermint extracts.
  4. Pour most of the mixture into the prepared pan and smooth evenly.
  5. Tint remaining mixture with red food coloring and prepare optional melted semi-sweet chocolate.
  6. Spoon colored and dark chocolate over base and gently swirl with a toothpick.
  7. Top with crushed candy canes and refrigerate until firm.
  8. Cut into squares and serve or store chilled.

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.