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Hot Chocolate Peppermint Fudge

Decadent Hot Chocolate Peppermint Fudge for Holiday Bliss

This Hot Chocolate Peppermint Fudge combines the cozy flavors of hot chocolate with peppermint for a delightful holiday treat.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Cooling Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 27 minutes
Servings: 16 squares
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Fudge
  • 1.5 cups Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips For rich flavor
  • 1 cup Milk Chocolate Chips Adds sweetness
  • 0.25 cups Butter Can use vegan butter
  • 1 can Sweetened Condensed Milk No substitute recommended
  • 1 packet Hot Chocolate Mix Enhances flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Or use peppermint extract
  • 2 cups Mini Marshmallows For texture
For Garnish
  • 1 cup Peppermint Candy Canes or Crushed Peppermints Optional but recommended

Equipment

  • double boiler
  • 8x8 inch baking pan
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Line an 8x8 inch baking pan with aluminum foil or parchment paper, leave overhang for easy removal, and spray with cooking spray.
  2. In a double boiler, combine 1.5 cups of semi-sweet chocolate chips, 1 cup of milk chocolate chips, 0.25 cups of butter, 1 can of sweetened condensed milk, and 1 packet of hot chocolate mix. Melt and stir continuously until smooth, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Add 2 cups of mini marshmallows and stir for about 1 minute until incorporated and softened.
  4. Remove from heat, stir in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract until evenly combined.
  5. Pour mixture into the prepared pan, spread evenly, and press remaining marshmallows on top.
  6. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours until firm and set.
  7. Melt remaining chocolate and drizzle over the top before cooling completely and cutting into squares to serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1squareCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 12gVitamin A: 100IUCalcium: 15mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For a less sweet fudge, reduce the milk chocolate chips or swap for dark chocolate. Ensure to cool completely before cutting for best texture.

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