Christmas Fudge
Ingredients
- 4 csugar
- 1 canevaporated milk
- ½ cbutter
cubed
- 2 packagesmilk chocolate chips
- 4 cminiature marshmallows
- 2 ozunsweetened chocolate
chopped
- 3 cchopped walnuts
toasted
- 2 tspvanilla extract
- 4 ozwhite baking chocolate
melted
Directions
- 1
Line a 13x9-inch pan with aluminum foil. Coat it with cooking spray.
- 2
In a heavy Dutch oven, whisk together the sugar, milk and butter. Bring the mixture to a rapid boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Cook and stir for five minutes. Remove the Dutch oven from the heat.
- 3
Stir in the chocolate chips, mini marshmallows and chopped chocolate until they’re all melted into the milk mixture.
- 4
Fold in the chopped walnuts and vanilla extract. Editor's Tip: A rubber spatula works well for this step.
- 5
Immediately spread the fudge into the prepared pan. Drizzle the top with melted white baking chocolate, and let the fudge cool completely.
- 6
Using the aluminum foil, lift the fudge out of the pan. Remove the aluminum foil from the fudge. Cut the fudge into 96 squares. Editor’s Tip: To make clean cuts, run your knife under hot water between each cut, wiping away the excess water with a clean towel before slicing.
- 7
Store the fudge squares between layers of waxed paper in airtight containers.
Christmas Fudge
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About this Recipe
Craving the ultimate holiday indulgence that’s both simple to make and impressive to share? This Christmas Fudge is exactly what you need, promising to be the richest, most decadent treat on your festive table or tucked into thoughtful DIY gifts.
Why This Christmas Fudge Works
This recipe stands out for its intensely rich chocolate flavor and luxurious, melt-in-your-mouth texture. It combines the creamy sweetness of milk chocolate chips with a touch of unsweetened chocolate for a complex depth that prevents it from being overly cloying. The addition of miniature marshmallows and evaporated milk ensures an incredibly smooth, velvety consistency, while toasted walnuts provide a satisfying textural counterpoint.
What to Expect
Prepare for a truly decadent experience. Each square of this Christmas Fudge delivers a harmonious blend of sweet, rich chocolate that melts beautifully on the tongue. You'll enjoy the soft, creamy base punctuated by the warm, earthy crunch of perfectly toasted walnuts. It's a sweet, comforting treat that embodies the spirit of the holidays, offering a luxurious bite that's surprisingly straightforward to create in your own kitchen. With a generous yield of 96 servings, it’s perfect for sharing with a crowd or preparing for multiple gift baskets.
Customization & Variations
Feel free to personalize your batch of Christmas Fudge. While walnuts add a wonderful crunch, you could easily substitute them with toasted pecans or almonds, or even omit nuts entirely for a pure, smooth chocolate experience. For an extra festive touch, consider swapping the melted white baking chocolate drizzle for crushed candy canes or a sprinkle of sea salt before it sets. You can also experiment with different types of chocolate chips, like dark chocolate, for a deeper flavor.
Serving & Context
This Christmas Fudge is ideal for adding a touch of homemade charm to your holiday dessert spread. Arrange the neat squares on a festive platter, or wrap them individually in cellophane bags tied with ribbon for heartfelt, edible gifts that loved ones will adore during the holiday season.