Christmas Coal Candy
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4.3
Christmas Coal Candy
Description
The Christmas Coal Candy blends white chocolate chips, sweetened condensed milk, and butter into a smooth mixture heated gently to avoid scalding. The addition of fine sea salt and vanilla extract complements the sweetness and enhances flavor depth. Black gel food coloring is whisked in after cooking to achieve the distinctive coal-black color. After pouring into a parchment-lined dish and smoothing, optional sprinkles add texture and decoration. The candy must chill at least eight hours until fully firm before cutting into squares.
This treat offers a creamy, fudge-like bite with the novelty of coal color, making it a playful addition to holiday gatherings or gift trays. The combination of condensed milk and white chocolate creates a rich but mellow sweetness, while the slight saltiness balances the flavors. Serving in small squares makes it easy for sharing or gifting.
Different brands of condensed milk may vary in water content, affecting setting time. If the fudge doesn’t set properly, it may need longer cooking or reheating as suggested in the notes. Using milk or dark chocolate instead of white chocolate can reduce the required black coloring. Patience while melting over low heat prevents burning, especially at high altitudes.
Ingredients
- 3 cups white chocolate chips
- 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk
- 2 tablespoons butter unsalted
- ½ teaspoon salt fine sea salt
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 teaspoons black food coloring, gel
- Sprinkles optional, black or silver or sanding sugar
Instructions
- Line an 8x8 square baking dish with parchment paper.
- Heat white chocolate, sweetened condensed milk, unsalted butter, fine sea salt and pure vanilla extract in a heavy bottom sauce pan.
- Stir constantly until mixture is smooth, approximately 5-7 minutes. Keep over low heat, the process it slow, but if you turn up the heat you run the risk of scalding the mixture. It WILL melt... slowly. If you are at a high altitude, this may take longer than stated, be patient.
- Remove from heat and whisk in black food coloring. You may need more or less depending on the brand. See notes.
- Pour into parchment lined dish and spread evenly.
- Sprinkle with black or silver embellishments, if desired. Allow to cool fully before covering and chilling for a minimum of 8 hours.
- Lift parchment out of the pan and cut into 1-inch squares.
- If you’ve tried this recipe, come back and let us know how it was in the comments or ratings.
Notes
- Different condensed milk brands have varying water content, which affects cooking and setting times.
- If the fudge doesn't set well, you can reheat it gently with a small amount of water and cook again to thicken.
- You may reduce the amount of black food coloring if using milk or dark chocolate instead of white chocolate.
- Keep the heat low during melting to prevent scalding and ensure a smooth mixture.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 16squares
Amount Per Serving
Calories 94 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 94kcal | 5% |
| Carbohydrates | 14g | 5% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 4g | 6% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 12mg | 4% |
| Sodium | 104mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 92mg | 2% |
| Sugar | 14g | 28% |
| Vitamin A | 110IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 70mg | 7% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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4.3
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