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Chocolate Peppermint Fudge

Peppermint fudge is an easy holiday dessert made with only 15 minutes of prep time!

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Cooling Time
2 hrs
Total Time
15 mins
Servings: 32 pieces
Calories: 178 kcal
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 7 ounces marshmallow creme (1 jar)
  • 1 1/2 cups sugar
  • 2/3 cup evaporated milk
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter (4 tablespoons)
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups milk chocolate chips
  • 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
  • 1/3 cup crushed peppermint (candy canes)

Instructions

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  1. Line an 8x8 square pan with aluminium foil. Set aside.
  2. In a large saucepan over medium heat, combine marshmallow creme, sugar, evaporated milk, butter and salt. Bring to a full boil, and cook for 5 minutes, stirring constantly.
  3. Remove from heat and pour in semisweet chocolate chips and milk chocolate chips. Stir until chocolate is melted and mixture is smooth. Add vanilla and peppermint extract and stir. Pour into prepared pan. Sprinkle crushed peppermint over fudge and gently press down to set. Chill in refrigerator for 2 hours, or until firm.

Notes

  • Package the fudge in small boxes to give as edible holiday gifts. 
  • The fudge will keep in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. 

Nutrition Information

Serving 0g Calories 178kcal (9%) Carbohydrates 27g (9%) Protein 1g (2%) Fat 7g (11%) Saturated Fat 4g (20%) Cholesterol 7mg (2%) Sodium 33mg (1%) Potassium 48mg (1%) Fiber 0g (0%) Sugar 24g (48%) Vitamin A 85IU (2%) Vitamin C 0.2mg (0%) Calcium 35mg (4%) Iron 0.5mg (3%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 32pieces

Amount Per Serving

Calories 178

% Daily Value*

Serving 0g
Calories 178kcal 9%
Carbohydrates 27g 9%
Protein 1g 2%
Fat 7g 11%
Saturated Fat 4g 20%
Cholesterol 7mg 2%
Sodium 33mg 1%
Potassium 48mg 1%
Fiber 0g 0%
Sugar 24g 48%
Vitamin A 85IU 2%
Vitamin C 0.2mg 0%
Calcium 35mg 4%
Iron 0.5mg 3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.