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December 5, 2016 Desserts

Easy Chocolate Peppermint Fudge


Easy Chocolate Peppermint Fudge is a velvety smooth no-bake holiday treat that takes just a few minutes to make. Everyone loves it!

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Even though I love baking during the holidays, I like to make a few easy no-bake treats, too. It’s all about balance, right?! The kids usually make a batch of festive chocolate dipped Christmas pretzels to share with their friends, and I like to make some bourbon balls for the adults.

But today, we’re talking about fudge. I think everyone has a favorite recipe for fudge that they make for Christmas. Actually, when I was was growing up, my mom’s neighbor used to always send over a plate of Fantasy Fudge. Anyone remember that? It was super rich, but way too sweet for me, and that’s definitely saying something, because I have a huge sweet tooth!

So I was never a big fan of fudge until I started making this peppermint version. It’s sweet, but it’s not too sweet — the peppermint definitely balances it out. And of course, you can’t go wrong with the classic chocolate peppermint combo!

This fudge recipe is super easy, and it takes about a minute in the microwave — seriously. You just mix the ingredients together, melt the chocolate and pour the fudge into a foil-lined pan. And friends, please don’t skip the foil —  it makes clean-up a breeze, and you need this during the holidays!

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Next, you smooth the mixture out and top it with crushed peppermint candies. You can crush some candy canes or look for crushed peppermint candy in the store.

I also added some red and green candy sprinkles, just for a little bit of extra color.

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Pop the pan into the fridge for about an hour, and the fudge is done. Just peel off the foil, and cut it into small pieces.

Mine were about an inch, and I got about 40 pieces from this recipe. I say about, because we sampled a few pieces before we remembered to count them!

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How to Make Easy Chocolate Peppermint Fudge

easy chocolate peppermint fudge no bake holiday treat

Easy Chocolate Peppermint Fudge

An easy no bake fudge recipe that's bursting with minty flavor and perfect for the holidays
5 from 2 votes
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 1 minute
Total Time: 6 minutes
Servings: 40 pieces
Calories: 90kcal
Author: Dee

Ingredients

  • 1 14-oz can sweetened condensed milk
  • 3 cups semi sweet chocolate morsels
  • 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
  • crushed peppermint candies and holiday sprinkles for garnish

Instructions

  • In a large microwaveable bowl, melt the semi sweet morsels and the sweetened condensed milk in the microwave, in 15-second increments, stirring frequently until melted 
  • Stir in the peppermint extract and sea salt
  • Spread mixture into a foil-lined 8x8 baking dish, and smooth with spatula 
  • Sprinkle top with crushed peppermint candies and candy sprinkles, and press in slightly 
  • Place in refrigerator for about 1 hour or until firm
  • Cut into 1-inch pieces, and store in a covered container 

Notes

Allow to cool for at least an hour in the refrigerator before slicing 

Nutrition

Calories: 90kcal
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Easy Chocolate Peppermint Fudge

Seriously though, isn’t this chocolate peppermint fudge gorgeous? We thought so, but that didn’t stop us from eating it.

I hope you enjoy it as much as we did.

Happy Holidays!

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Comments

  1. Kelly - A Side of Sweet says

    December 5, 2016 at 8:04 am

    Peppermint + chocolate = heaven! This looks amazing!

    Reply
    • Dee says

      December 5, 2016 at 10:41 pm

      I completely agree with you, Kelly — one of my favorite combos!

      Reply
  2. Jocelyn (Grandbaby Cakes) says

    December 5, 2016 at 10:02 am

    This looks so incredible!!! Wow!

    Reply
    • Dee says

      December 5, 2016 at 3:24 pm

      Thanks, Jocelyn! We love how it turned out!

      Reply
  3. Stephanie says

    December 5, 2016 at 10:27 am

    I just love easy fudge like this, and this is the best flavor combo!

    Reply
    • Dee says

      December 5, 2016 at 3:25 pm

      Yes! I’m just slightly addicted to this combo. 🙂

      Reply
  4. Ginny McMeans says

    December 5, 2016 at 2:25 pm

    Wow! That is easy and I love chocolate and peppermint together. Thanks!

    Reply
    • Dee says

      December 5, 2016 at 3:26 pm

      It’s one of the easiest things I’ve made lately! 🙂

      Reply
  5. Amy @ Lit says

    December 5, 2016 at 4:12 pm

    I agree…everyone needs a few no bake recipes during the holidays! This fudge looks fantastic!

    Reply
    • Dee says

      December 5, 2016 at 10:40 pm

      Thanks, Amy. I can’t wait to make some more!:)

      Reply
  6. Cathy Trochelman says

    December 6, 2016 at 1:40 pm

    I love the addition of peppermint….definitely perfect for the holidays!

    Reply
  7. Carol says

    December 7, 2016 at 5:35 am

    This fudge recipe sounds delicious, Dee; but maybe a bit too easy, as in making it too easy to make too often and eating too much….lol! Sounds like a great choice to make for neighbor gifts. Thanks for sharing.

    Warm hugs,
    Carol

    Reply
  8. eat good 4 life says

    December 7, 2016 at 2:30 pm

    The perfect recipe for the holidays. Nothing better than fudge.

    Reply
  9. Miz Helen says

    December 11, 2016 at 5:37 pm

    Hi Dee,
    What a delightful Fudge recipe that we will really enjoy! We really appreciate you sharing with us at Full Plate Thursday and hope you are having a great day!
    Come Back Soon!
    Miz Helen

    Reply
  10. Jessica says

    December 9, 2017 at 9:09 pm

    Can’t wait to make this tonight! My only question is where to store it and how long it will keep. Thanks a bunch

    Reply
    • Dee says

      December 9, 2017 at 10:09 pm

      Hi Jessica! I usually keep it in an airtight container lined with wax paper and store it in the fridge, since our house is warm. It’s usually gone within a week, so I can’t say exactly how long it will keep, but it should be fine for at least 2 to 3 weeks.

      Reply
  11. Vince says

    December 6, 2018 at 2:03 pm

    Can you leave out the peppermint extract and peppermint pieces and get a regular chocolate fudge?

    Reply
    • Dee says

      December 7, 2018 at 6:21 pm

      Yes, you can leave out the peppermint for basic fudge. 🙂

      Reply

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