Make rich, creamy peppermint fudge using sweetened condensed milk. This easy, no-bake recipe is perfect for holiday treats and gifting.
Author:zoe-thompson
Prep Time:15 min
Cook Time:0 min
Total Time:2 hr 15 min
Yield:About 36 small squares 1x
Category:Dessert
Method:No-Bake
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
2 (12 ounce) bags white chocolate chips
1 teaspoon peppermint extract
1 cup crushed candy canes, divided
Instructions
Line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides for easy removal.
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the sweetened condensed milk and white chocolate chips.
Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring well after each interval, until the mixture is completely smooth. This usually takes 1.5 to 2 minutes total.
Stir in the peppermint extract until combined.
Stir in 1/2 cup of the crushed candy canes.
Pour the fudge mixture into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of crushed candy canes over the top. Gently press them into the fudge surface.
Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until firm enough to slice cleanly.
Lift the fudge out of the pan using the parchment paper overhang. Cut into small squares for serving or gifting.
Notes
For the creamiest texture, use high-quality white chocolate chips.
If you want a peppermint swirl effect, reserve half the fudge mixture, gently fold peppermint extract into the other half, layer them in the pan, and swirl lightly with a knife before topping with candy canes.
Store the finished fudge in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week, or refrigerate for longer storage.