Hot Chocolate Fudge
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4.7
Hot Chocolate Fudge
Description
This fudge recipe starts by melting a combination of semi-sweet and milk chocolate chips with butter, sweetened condensed milk, and hot chocolate mix in a double boiler, producing a smooth, chocolate-rich base. Adding marshmallows while still warm incorporates a soft, gooey contrast when set. Vanilla extract is stirred in for added aroma and depth.
Once poured into a prepared pan and topped with remaining marshmallows, the fudge is refrigerated for several hours to firm up. After chilling, it is cut into squares and finished with a drizzle of melted chocolate on top, which adds an elegant texture variation and visual appeal. Peppermint candy cane garnish underscores a seasonal flavor characteristic.
This fudge serves well as a dessert or snack, offering a dense, creamy texture and a nuanced profile of chocolate and peppermint. It is suitable for holiday occasions or chocolate lovers seeking a home-made treat with a rich mouthfeel.
Ingredients
- 2 cups chocolate chips divided, semi-sweet
- 1 1/2 cups milk chocolate chips
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk
- 4 hot chocolate mix 1/2 cup, packages
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 4 cups marshmallows divided
- 1/2 cup peppermint candy canes for garnish, or crushed peppermints
Instructions
- Line an 8×8 inch square pan with foil or parchment paper and spray with cooking spray.
- In a double boiler, add 1 1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips, 1 1/2 cups milk chocolate chips, butter, sweetened condensed milk, and hot chocolate mix. Stir to combine.
- Continue to stir over medium heat until the chips are completely melted.
- Add 2 cups of marshmallows and stir for 1 minute. Remove from the heat.
- Add in the vanilla and stir until incorporated.
- Pour the fudge into the prepared pan and gently press the remaining marshmallows into the top of the fudge.
- Refrigerate for 4 hours.
- Remove the fudge from the pan and cut it into squares.
- Heat the remaining 1/2 cup of chocolate in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring after each interval until completely melted.
- Drizzle over the fudge and let cool completely.
Notes
- For easier chocolate drizzle application, transfer melted chocolate to a sandwich bag, cut a small tip off one corner, and pipe the drizzle over the fudge.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 16squares
Amount Per Serving
Calories 403 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 403kcal | 20% |
| Carbohydrates | 59g | 20% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 17g | 26% |
| Saturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 18mg | 6% |
| Sodium | 81mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 220mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 49g | 98% |
| Vitamin A | 181IU | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 105mg | 11% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
4.7
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