Description
Indulge in the rich, chocolatey goodness of this Christmas Fudge. Perfect for holiday gatherings or as a sweet treat for yourself, this easy recipe will have everyone coming back for more.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 3 cups semisweet chocolate chips
- 1 (14-ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, cut into cubes
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Optional Toppings:
- ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans
- ½ cup holiday sprinkles or crushed peppermint candies
Instructions
- Prepare the Pan: Line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.
- Melt the Ingredients: In a medium saucepan over low heat, combine the chocolate chips, sweetened condensed milk, and butter. Stir continuously until the chocolate is fully melted and the mixture is smooth.
- Flavor and Mix: Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract, salt, and nuts if using.
- Set and Chill: Pour the fudge into the prepared pan, spread evenly, top with holiday sprinkles or crushed peppermint candies, and let cool at room temperature for 1 hour. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until firm.
- Serve: Lift the fudge from the pan using the parchment overhang and cut into squares.
Notes
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week, or refrigerate for longer freshness.
- This fudge makes a great edible gift wrapped in festive tins or bags.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
