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Hot Chocolate Peppermint Fudge


  • Author: jena
  • Total Time: 255 minutes
  • Yield: 16 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A delightful mix of chocolatey goodness and minty freshness, perfect for the holiday season.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips (divided)
  • 1 1/2 cups milk chocolate chips
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk
  • 4 packages of hot chocolate mix (1/2 cup)
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla
  • 4 cups marshmallows (divided)
  • Peppermint candy canes or crushed peppermints to garnish – about 1/2 cup

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Pan: Line an 8×8” pan with foil or parchment paper and spray with cooking spray.
  2. Melt the Chocolate Mix: In a double boiler, combine 1 1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips, 1 1/2 cups milk chocolate chips, butter, sweetened condensed milk, and hot chocolate mix. Stir until smooth.
  3. Add Marshmallows: Stir in 2 cups of marshmallows for about 1 minute.
  4. Finish the Fudge: Remove from heat and mix in 2 teaspoons of vanilla.
  5. Pour and Press: Transfer fudge mixture to the prepared pan, top with remaining 2 cups of marshmallows.
  6. Chill: Refrigerate for about 240 minutes to set.
  7. Cut into Squares: Once set, cut into squares or rectangles.
  8. Add the Final Touch: Melt remaining 1/2 cup of chocolate and drizzle over fudge squares.

Notes

Use quality chocolate for the best flavor. Fudge can be stored for up to two weeks or frozen for three months.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Bake
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 piece
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 22g
  • Sodium: 50mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg

Keywords: fudge, holiday treats, chocolate, peppermint, dessert