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Layered Peppermint Fudge
Layered peppermint fudge features the classic holiday flavors of chocolate and fresh peppermint. Rich and delicious, this festive fudge is the perfect homemade candy.
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Layered peppermint fudge combines the favorite flavors of chocolate and peppermint into a creamy treat. Featuring rich rich chocolate and white chocolate mixed with peppermint extract and candies, this delicious layered peppermint fudge puts a delicious spin on classic peppermint bark. With just 5 ingredients and 15 minutes of prep time, layered peppermint fudge is an irresistible holiday delight.
Fudge is a classic Christmas dessert! Gingerbread Fudge, Mint Chocolate Chip Fudge, and Eggnog Fudge are three more fudge recipes you’ll want to make this holiday season.
Layered Peppermint Fudge Ingredients
You will need:
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 2 cups white chocolate chips
- 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk, divided in half
- ½ teaspoon peppermint extract
- ¾ cup crushed candy canes, divided
Substitutions and Additions
MARSHMALLOWS: Some recipes also call for adding one cup of marshmallows, so that’s a yummy option as well.
CHOCOLATE CHIPS: You could also use dark chocolate chips, instead of semi-sweet, in this easy fudge recipe if you prefer.
How to Make Layered Peppermint Fudge
STEP ONE: Line a 9×9 pan with foil. Spray with nonstick spray.
PRO TIP: When melting chocolate, make sure your pans are completely clean and dry. You’ll also want to stir continually so nothing burns.
STEP TWO: In a medium saucepan over LOW heat, melt the semi-sweet chocolate chips along with half of the sweetened condensed milk.
STEP THREE: Pour the chocolate into the prepared pan and place it in the refrigerator to chill while you prepare the next step.
PRO TIP: The easiest way to crush candy canes is to put them in a Ziploc bag and use a rolling pin to crush them.
STEP FOUR: Next, melt the white chocolate chips along with the sweetened condensed milk in a medium saucepan over LOW heat. When the white chips are almost all melted, remove them from the heat and stir in the peppermint extract.
STEP FIVE: Stir in ¼ cup of the crushed candy canes.
STEP SIX: Pour the white chocolate layer over the chilled semi-sweet chocolate.
STEP SEVEN: Sprinkle the remaining ½ cup of candy canes over the top of the white chocolate and gently press down into the top layer of fudge.
PRO TIP: To help cut the fudge after chilling, score a grid on the top of the fudge when it is barely set but still warm.
STEP EIGHT: Refrigerate until set for 2 to 3 hours or overnight.
STEP NINE: Remove from pan by lifting out the foil. Peel away the foil and cut it into bite-size serving pieces.
How to Serve Layered Peppermint Fudge
This perfect holiday fudge recipe will make yummy treats to add to all of your festive events. For an extra special dessert, consider adding a scoop of rich, creamy vanilla ice cream on the side. Layered peppermint fudge also makes a great homemade holiday gift. Add it to a fancy cookie tin along with other homemade treats.
Storage
ON THE COUNTER: This easy peppermint fudge recipe should be kept in an airtight container to keep it fresh. It will last on the counter at room temperature for up to two weeks.
PRO TIP: Place sheets of wax paper in between layers of your fudge to keep the pieces from sticking to each other.
IN THE FREEZER: You can freeze this peppermint fudge for up to 3 months in an airtight container.
Layered peppermint fudge is an irresistible treat for the holidays. Rich and delicious, this festive fudge boasts the classic holiday flavors of chocolate and fresh peppermint. Whether you’re looking for something to indulge in yourself or need a dessert at your next gathering, this is the perfect homemade candy to enjoy and share.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Is fudge better with condensed milk or evaporated milk?
It is not recommended that you use condensed milk when making fudge. You will find the finished product will be overly sweet.
What is peppermint bark made of?
Peppermint bark is made with white and semi-sweet chocolate, along with peppermint flavoring and crushed candy canes.
What are the stages of fudge?
When making fudge, your mixture will pass through the first two stages of candy making. The thread stage is the first stage and happens between 215 to 235°F. Once the fudge reaches the second stage, the soft ball stage, at between 235 to 236°F, you will want to remove it from the heat as it is the correct temperature to produce a fudge consistency from your mixture.
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Layered Peppermint Fudge
Layered peppermint fudge features the classic holiday flavors of chocolate and fresh peppermint. Rich and delicious, this festive fudge is the perfect homemade candy.
Ingredients
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 2 cups white chocolate chips
- 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk divided in half
- ½ teaspoon peppermint extract
- ¾ cup crushed candy canes divided
Instructions
- Line a 9×9 pan with foil. Spray with nonstick spray.
- In a medium saucepan over LOW heat, melt the semi-sweet chocolate chips along with half of the sweetened condensed milk.
- Pour the chocolate into the prepared pan and place it in the refrigerator to chill while you prepare the next step.
- Next, melt the white chocolate chips along with the sweetened condensed milk in a medium saucepan over LOW heat. When the white chips are almost all melted, remove them from the heat and stir in the peppermint extract.
- Stir in ¼ cup of the crushed candy canes.
- Pour the white chocolate layer over the chilled semi-sweet chocolate.
- Sprinkle the remaining ½ cup of candy canes over the top of the white chocolate and gently press down into the top layer of fudge.
- Refrigerate until set for 2 to 3 hours or overnight.
- Remove from pan by lifting out the foil. Peel away the foil and cut it into bite-size serving pieces.
Notes
When melting chocolate, make sure your pans are completely clean and dry.
You’ll also want to stir continually so nothing burns.
To help cut the fudge after chilling, score a grid on the top of the fudge when it is barely set but still warm.
The easiest way to crush candy canes is to put them in a Ziploc bag and use a rolling pin to crush them.
Place sheets of wax paper in between layers of your fudge to keep the pieces from sticking to each other.
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