Mint Chocolate Fudge Recipe
This Mint Chocolate Fudge recipe combines rich semi-sweet chocolate with refreshing peppermint and creamy condensed milk to create a smooth, melt-in-your-mouth treat. Perfectly easy to prepare on the stovetop, this fudge sets into delightful squares with a cool minty flavor that's ideal for holiday gifting or indulgent snacking.
Ingredients
- 3 cupssemi-sweet chocolate chips
- 14 ouncessweetened condensed milk
- 1 tablespoonunsalted butter
- 1 ½ teaspoonspure peppermint extract
- 1 teaspoonpure vanilla extract
Directions
- 1
Line an 8×8 inch pan with parchment paper or foil and spray with non-stick cooking spray to ensure easy removal of the fudge later.
- 2
Combine the chocolate chips, sweetened condensed milk, unsalted butter, peppermint extract, and vanilla extract in a medium saucepan over low heat. Stir constantly to melt everything evenly and avoid scorching. Maintain low heat without boiling, allowing the mixture to become completely melted, smooth, and creamy over 5-10 minutes.
- 3
Once melted and smooth, remove the saucepan from the heat. Pour the fudge mixture into the prepared pan and spread it evenly with a spatula.
- 4
Cover the pan and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until the fudge is fully set and firm to the touch.
- 5
Using the parchment or foil, lift the set fudge out of the pan and peel away the liner. Cut the fudge into squares of desired size. Store the fudge in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.