Add a pop of peppermint perfection to your holly jolly holiday dessert table with this candy cane Christmas Fudge! Just 3 simple ingredients, and you’ve got the ultimate bite sized treat to sweeten up the season!
Christmas Fudge
It’s arrived. The most wonderful time of the year!
‘Tis the season for Christmas wishes, Mistletoe kisses, and Christmas fudge galore!
Tara writes: “This is my favorite fudge!! Made it last year and this year again."
There’s no need to travel through the seven layers of the candy cane forest, when you can make your own twirly-swirly fudge right at home!
So this year celebrate the happy holidays the sweetest way possible… by making this richly delicate and dainty Christmas fudge recipe.
Trust me, this fudge is sure to tempt every last one of your taste buds… and it’s just begging to be a part of your Happy Christmas.
What you’ve got here is a rich and smooth white chocolate fudge, that is chock-full of crushed candy canes.
Bite after amazing bite, it’s so hard to stop eating!
Just like when you make this heavenly Peanut Brittle Recipe, these adorable Easy Christmas Treats, and these wildly popular Chocolate Peppermint Cookies!
No kidding, with a fudge this good lurking around your kitchen… your household fame is all but assured!
This heavenly fudge is also perfect for your loveliest hospitality.
Plus, you can make this elegant fudge for Christmas gifts that you can share with your neighbors and friends. You can wrap some up on a pretty little plate, or add some to a clear gift bag and tie a bow with a festive ribbon.
Trust me, with this easy 3 ingredient Christmas fudge, the promise of peppermint perfection has never been so easy to attain!
So what are you waiting for? Easy candy recipes like this are what make celebrating the holidays especially sweet! 🙂
Christmas Fudge Ingredients
It takes just a few simple ingredients to make the BEST candy cane fudge!
Just add these ingredients to your next Walmart grocery order to make sure you have everything on hand…
- White Chocolate Chips – the higher the quality, the more amazing the flavor!
- Candy Canes – crushed
- Condensed Milk
- Optional: Peppermint Extract – if you want to add an even stronger peppermint flavor
Believe me, easy 3 ingredient desserts like this quick and easy Christmas fudge are the ultimate dessert making shortcut!
How Do You Crush Up Candy Canes?
Crushing candy canes is so much easier than you think!
When it comes to crushing up candy canes, my favorite trick is to unwrap the candy canes, place them in a freezer gallon ziploc bag, zip it up, and then roll over the bag with a rolling pin.
By rolling back and forth, those candy canes will crush up quickly… without the mess!
Easy-peasy! Just like we do with this peppermint bark candy!
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Pin ItHow to Make Christmas Fudge
I am going to show you how to make this old fashioned Christmas fudge recipe in just 10 minutes!
Trust me, when you use your microwave to melt your chocolate… you’ll be done in a jiffy!
Here’s what you’ll do…
1. Start by crushing your candy canes, then set aside for later.
2. Microwave chocolate chips and sweetened condensed milk as directed. Then add the optional Peppermint extract and give it a quick stir.
3. Quickly transfer mixture to foil-lined dish, and spread out evenly, before topping with your crushed candy cane bits.
4. Chill as directed in the refrigerator, allowing fudge to set completely.
5. When ready to serve, cut into 1 inch squares and ENJOY!
See… I told you this dreamy Christmas fudge treat was going to be EASY to make!!
Scroll down for the printable recipe card with detailed, step-by-step instructions.
Condensed Milk Fudge Variations
Want to change things up? Then be sure to try a few more of my other favorite condensed milk fudge recipes.
To start, you really can’t go wrong making this Heath Toffee inspired 3 Ingredient Fudge, this Easy Chocolate Peanut Butter Fudge, or this ultra decadent Coconut Almond Joy Fudge.
Then… be sure to also try these fun chocolate fudge variations:
- Dark Chocolate Fudge – swap white chocolate chips for dark chocolate chips, add 1 tsp. Peppermint extract, and top with 1 cup crushed candy canes.
- Pecan Chocolate Fudge – use 3 cups Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips and top with 1/2 cup finely Chopped Pecans.
Make Ahead Tips
Planning a party and want to prep ahead? You can easily make this fudge the day before a party!
Simply set your fudge, slice and transfer pieces to an airtight container stored in the refrigerator.
When ready to serve, remove from the fridge, place on a pretty plate, serve and ENJOY!
Storage Tips
Leftovers pieces of your white Christmas fudge can be stored covered in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
What to Serve with Christmas Fudge
There are so many delicious drinks that pair perfectly with Christmas holiday dessert recipes like this festive peppermint fudge!
To start, try making this party sized Crockpot Hot Chocolate Recipe or this Stovetop Hot Chocolate for two.
I know you’ll also love cozying up with a hot Vanilla Steamer and this decadent White Chocolate Hot Cocoa, too!
Christmas Fudge Reviews
Here’s What Your Frugal Friends Are Saying About This Easy Candy Cane Fudge Recipe…
One reader writes: “This is one quick and easy treat, beautiful on a cookie tray.”
R writes: “The candy cane crunch adds such a perfect holiday touch!”
Amanda writes: “Yummy!”
Jessica writes: “Delicious and super simple!”
Betty writes: “So easy and love that crunch from the candy canes on top. That provides such a great texture.”
Emily writes: “So festive and delicious”
Elena writes: “Perfection”
Tanyia writes: “So, so easy and quick to make!”
Eva writes: “Delicious!”
Jessica writes: “This would make a great homemade gift wrapped up in little boxes.”
Tara writes: “This is my favorite fudge!! Made it last year and this year again. I add a teaspoon of peppermint extract to flavor it, after heating, right before it sets.”
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Christmas Fudge
Ingredients
- 3 cups Nestle White Chocolate Chips (approx. 1.5 bags), (approx. 1.5 bags)
- 1 cup Crushed Candy Canes
- 14 oz. Sweetened Condensed Milk
- 1 tsp Peppermint Extract, (optional)
Instructions
- Gather your ingredients.
- Line 8×8 or 9×9 baking dish with foil, then spray foil with non-stick cooking spray. (allow a little extra foil on the sides, so the fudge can easily be lifted out later)
- In large microwave safe bowl, combine white chocolate chips and sweetened condensed milk.
- Microwave for 1 minute, then stir.
- Microwave for an additional 45 seconds, and stir until melted. (or microwave an additional 45 seconds if needed). Add optional Peppermint extract and give it a quick stir.
- Once melted, quickly transfer to foil lined baking dish and spread out evenly. (the fudge likes to set fast, so no dilly-dallying on this part)
- Sprinkle top of mixture in pan evenly with approx. 1 cup crushed Candy Canes.
- Transfer to refrigerator, and chill for approx. 2 hours, or until set.
- Cut into 1 inch squares, and ENJOY!
Notes
- Make Ahead Tips: Planning a party and want to prep ahead? You can easily make this 3 ingredient fudge the day before a party! Simply set your fudge, slice and transfer pieces to an airtight container stored in the refrigerator. When ready to serve, remove from the fridge, place on a pretty plate, serve and ENJOY!
- Storage Tip: Fudge can be stored covered in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
- FAQ’s: For answers to Frequently Asked Questions or tips for common substitutions and variations, please refer to the detailed information above this recipe card.
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This is such an easy and simple recipe idea. It’s so perfect for post-Christmas when we have an excess of candy canes.
That’s so true, Christie… it’s the perfect way to use up any leftover candy canes!! 🙂
I’m so psyched by how easy this recipe is. Can’t wait to make it.
Thanks so much, Rebecca! This fudge really is ridiculously easy to make! You’re going to LOVE it! 🙂