Description
Indulge in the perfect holiday treat with this Mint Chocolate Fudge recipe. Creamy layers of rich chocolate and mint combine for a decadent and festive dessert that is sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
For Chocolate Layer:
- 3 cups semisweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup sweetened condensed milk (from a 14 oz can), divided
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
For Mint Layer:
- 1 cup white chocolate chips
- 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- Green food coloring (optional)
- Crushed peppermint candies or chocolate shavings for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare Chocolate Layer: Line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper. Melt semisweet chocolate chips, 1 cup sweetened condensed milk, and 1 tablespoon butter in a saucepan over low heat. Pour into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
- Prepare Mint Layer: In another saucepan, melt white chocolate chips with remaining sweetened condensed milk and 1 tablespoon butter. Stir in peppermint extract and green food coloring. Spread over the chocolate layer.
- Chill: Refrigerate for at least 2 hours until firm. Cut into squares and garnish with peppermint candies or chocolate shavings.
Notes
- This fudge can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
- For a richer taste, use bittersweet chocolate instead of semisweet.
- Recipe can be doubled for a larger batch in a 9×13-inch pan.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Candy
- Method: Stovetop, Refrigerated
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 25mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
