This easy Peppermint Fudge is so delicious! Made with only 3 ingredients - this is the easiest peppermint fudge recipe you'll try!
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Fudge is the perfect holiday treat! It's easy to make, and something that everyone can enjoy. This classic Easy Fudge Recipe is always on our holiday baking list, but this year - try switching it up with peppermint fudge!
This white chocolate peppermint fudge recipe only uses three ingredients and is the easiest holiday recipe you’ll ever make. Delicious, quick, decadent, and perfectly rich.
Some of my favorites to make alongside Peppermint Fudge are Butterscotch Haystacks or a few of these Christmas Cookie Recipes.
We Love this Easy White Peppermint Fudge Recipe
- Easy to make: This peppermint fudge is super easy to make. Instead of spending tons of time with holiday baking - try something simple!
- Only Uses 3 Ingredients: In addition to being super simple to make, this white chocolate peppermint fudge is so easy to put together!
White Chocolate Peppermint Fudge Ingredients:
To make peppermint fudge you'll need:
- 12 ounces white chocolate chips
- 6 ounces buttercream frosting
- 12 peppermint discs
How To Make Easy Peppermint Fudge
Here's how to make white chocolate peppermint fudge:
- Prep: Place the peppermints in a bag and crush them using a rolling pin or other utensils. Line a small, square/rectangle dish with parchment paper.
- Melt: Add the white chocolate chips and frosting to a medium bowl. Place in the microwave and cook on high for one minute or until melted when stirred.
- Combine: Add half the crushed peppermint to the chocolate mixture and fold in.
- Chill: Pour the mixture into the prepared dish and spread even. Top with the rest of the crushed peppermint. Place in the fridge for an hour.
- Cut and serve - Allow to warm up for a few minutes before slicing into squares. Enjoy!
Peppermint Fudge Recipe Variations
- Add peppermint extract - Want even more peppermint flavor? You can add a teaspoon or two of peppermint extract.
- Add food coloring - If you want to add a pretty color to your peppermint fudge, you can always add pink or red food coloring.
- Use candy canes - During the holiday season, there are tons of various flavors of candy canes. If you want to mix things up, you can use your favorite flavor of candy cane in place of peppermint discs.
- Use old fashioned candy canes - Old fashioned candy canes are a lot softer than our modern-day peppermint candies.
White Peppermint Fudge Recipe FAQs
Fudge doesn't stick to parchment paper. Parchment paper is a great tool to use when making fudge, alongside wax paper. Both parchment paper and wax paper contain properties that make them great for withstanding heat and keep a variety of things from sticking to them.
Do not try any forced reheating with this peppermint fudge. It will melt or get gooey and not be fun to handle. Let it thaw or warm up on its own before serving.
Fudge can be hard or soft depending on how it is cooked. If fudge isn't cooked long enough, it will be too soft. If fudge is overcooked, it will be too hard.
Why is it Called Fudge?
Fudge has to have one of the most incredibly American backstories I have ever seen. Though it is unclear as to where fudge may have originated from, many folks believe it started here in the States.
When making a batch of caramels, someone “fudged” up the recipe. The delicious mistake got its name and it has been a confectionary staple ever since.
Of course, this is the most popular story, but not the only one.
How Long Does Peppermint Fudge Last?
Storage: Store peppermint fudge in a sealed container in a cool, dry area for up to 3 days. Store in the fridge, in a sealed container, for up to 1.5 weeks.
Freezing: Store in an airtight container, in the freezer, for up to 3 months.
More Holiday Dessert Recipes You'll Love:
- Pecan Snowball Cookies
- Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies
- Hot Cocoa Cookies
- Rice Krispie Christmas Treats
- Caramel Popcorn
- Pumpkin Cookies
- Andes Mint Chocolate Cookies
White Peppermint Fudge Recipe
Ingredients
- 12 ounces white chocolate chips
- 6 ounces buttercream frosting
- 12 peppermint discs
Instructions
- Line a small, 1.5-quart rectangle dish or 8x8 glass dish with parchment paper.
- Place your unwrapped peppermint discs in a sealed baggie. Crush with a rolling pin or other solid objects.
- In a medium bowl, add the white chips and frosting.
- Microwave on high for 1 minute. Stir and microwave again for 30 seconds to a minute, as needed.
- Stir well and add half of the crushed peppermint discs. Stir well one more time.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared dish and spread evenly.
- Sprinkle the rest of the crushed peppermint pieces over the top and lightly press them into the fudge mixture.
- Chill for 45 minutes or until solid.
- Allow to thaw a bit, then slice and serve. Enjoy!
Katherine
Genius idea to use frosting to make this such an easy fudge!
Shanna
This was so good and is now one of my all-time favorite desserts.
Beth
This looks so yummy and scrumptious! I can't wait to give this a try! My husband and daughter are going to love this!
Toni Dash
Everyone at my house loved it!! Such a delicious dessert!
Soniya
Oh wow! This looks and sounds so delicious and inviting.. definitely making it on Christmas