Christmas Fudge
This Christmas Fudge is the easiest recipe! You only need 2 main ingredients and 5 minutes of prep time to make it in your microwave. I topped it with dried raspberries and chopped pistachios to make it festive for the holiday season.
Servings 14 Servings
Calories 161kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 can sweetened condensed milk 14 ounces
- 2 ½ cups semi-sweet chocolate chips I like to use Ghiradelli
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon salt plus more for topping
Topping ideas
- Freeze dried raspberries optional
- Raw pistachios, chopped optional
Instructions
- Line a 9-inch springform pan with aluminum foil , allowing it to come up the side for easy removal. Grease it lightly with some vegetable oil or use a thin coating of non-stick spray.
- Add chocolate chips and sweetened condensed milk into a microwave safe bowl. Microwave for 1 to 2 minutes, stirring every 30 seconds, until it is melted and smooth. Stir in vanilla extract and salt. The mixture will be thick.
- Immediately transfer mixture into the prepared pan, smooth top. Lightly grease the bottom of a glass or measuring cup with a bit of vegetable oil, then press the Christmas fudge mixture. This helps it set smoothly, eliminating any air pockets, resulting in an even top and facilitating even slices when cut.
- Add a sprinkle of sea salt on top, along with your toppings, then gently press them to ensure they stick. Refrigerate for a minimum of 6 hours or until it becomes firm.
- Slice and serve at room temperature.The fudge reaches an ideal consistency that melts as soon as you take a bite when it's at room temperature.
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Notes
Select your pan based on the shape and thickness you prefer for cutting.
Use good quality chocolate for the best tasting fudge.
Topping ideas - I opted for freeze-dried raspberries and chopped pistachios to add a festive touch with red and green elements, making them perfect for Christmas. However, if you prefer alternative red and green toppings, here are some suggestions you might consider.
- Red and green M&M candies
- Christmas sprinkles.
- Dried cranberries or freeze dried starwberries instead of raspberries.
- Red and green candied cherries.
- Fruitcake mix.
- Chopped jelly candies.
- Red and green colored shredded or flaked coconut.
Nutrition
Serving: 1 Serving | Calories: 161kcal | Carbohydrates: 23g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Cholesterol: 6mg | Sodium: 66mg | Potassium: 269mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 19g | Vitamin A: 87IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 96mg | Iron: 2mg