The Best Christmas Fudge Recipe (2024)

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Published on December 12, 2022 by Chahinez 4 Comments

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This classic Christmas fudge recipe is made with white chocolate chips, semi-sweet chocolate chips, vanilla extract, and sweetened condensed milk to make the creamiest and smoothest holiday treat. The festive sprinkles add a nice pop of color and texture as well. Serve this for friends and family or use as homemade gift during this season.

Since you are here, I know you will also like this Christmas Crack recipe, this super festive holiday sugar cookie bar as well as these Rolo pretzel bites.

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This is the best Christmas fudge ever!

With the holiday season being in full effect I knew I had to share some no bake yummy treats that we can easily throw together so immeditaely I thought of this Christmas no bake sweet treat to use as a last-minute gift or treat for y our guests and family.

It combines a layer of classic chocolate fudge at the bottom and a layer of white chocolate fudge on top. This is perfect for those who love both white and dark or semi sweet chocolate because you get a little bit of both in beach bite plus the look of these is so fun. Each slice will have the most gorgeous layering ever! Plus it is sliced into small squares just enough to satisfy that sweet tooth without being too overwhelmingly sweet.

What is Christmas fudge?

Christmas fudge is a type of no bake candy that is more often than not made and enjoyed during the holidays. It is rich, creamy, and sweet. Recipes vary for creamy fudge but most of the time the easiest way to make it with by mixing melted chocolate with sweetened condensed milk and letting it set. This makes it so that you only need minutes of prep for a quick and easy basic homemade fudge.

We are calling this a Christmas fudge because it is decorated with Christmas sprinkles but feel free to decorate is however you want. Anything christmassy or festive will do the job.

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Why you need to make this recipe!

  • It is a basic recipe with basic ingredients but it packs a punch!
  • This is a cute recipe that you can start making every year around the holidays to start a new family tradition.
  • These simple fudge bites are an easy way to fill up your cookie boxes or Christmas cookie trays with something that comes together fast and doesn’t require much effort.
  • It is an easy recipe that you can use to get the kids involved too.
  • This recipe can. be made on the stovetop over a double boiler or in the microwave.
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Ingredients for this Christmas fudge recipe

Here are the ingredients you will need to make this dessert. Make sure to scroll down to the recipe card for the full detailed ingredient measurements.

  • White chocolate chips
  • Semi-sweet chocolate chipsI used semi sweet chocolate but feel free to use dark or milk chocolate chips for the bottom layer as well.
  • Sweetened condensed milk- Make sure that you are using sweetened condensed milk in this recipe and not just condensed milk.
  • Vanilla extract – This will add a little extra depth of flavor to our fudge. IF you have a peppermint fanatic add a little peppermint extract to your chocolate for a festive Christmas season treat.
  • Festive sprinkles- Use whichever you prefer

How to make this delicious fudge recipe?

This is how you can make this holiday candy. Make sure to scroll down to the recipe card for the full detailed instructions!

  1. Line a square baking pan with parchment paper and set aside.
  2. Melt the chocolate chips and the sweetened condensed milk in a bowl.
  3. Pour in the prepared baking sheet and gently spread using a spatula.
  4. In a clean bowl, melt the white chocolate chips and the sweetened condensed milk and spread on top of the chocolate fudge layer.
  5. Top with Christmas nonpareil sprinkles and let it set in the fridge before slicing and enjoying.

TIP- The fudge will set pretty fast so make sure you have all your tools handy so you can spread it fast.

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Frequently asked questions – FAQ

How to store this Christmas time fudge?

Store this fudge in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 weeks.

Can I freeze this festive fudge?

This delicious treat is perfect because you can make it ahead of time and freeze it for later! It can be stored in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 3 months.

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Is fudge difficult to make?

This recipe is super easy and straight to the point. Just know that you will need to move fast when it comes to spreading your fudge in the prepared pan so have everything ready and close by so that it is still soft when you are trying to spread it in layers.

How to serve this Christmas fudge?

My favorite and easiest way to serve this fudge is in cute holiday boxes or baggies. I love giving it to friends, family members, and even neighbors.

Can I store fudge at room temperature?

No it is best to store this fudge in the fridge. Traditional fudge recipes tend to get too soft when left at room temperature and we want our sweet bites to retain their shape.

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The best Christmas fudge recipe

This easy Christmas fudge recipe is simple, delicious and will look so good in your holiday cookie swap boxes.

5 from 13 votes

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Total Time 10 minutes mins

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Servings 36 servings

Calories 89 Calories

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Line an 8×8 baking pan with parchment paper, spray with nonstick cooking spray and set aside.

  • Place the white chocolate chips in a medium bowl, the semi-sweet chocolate chips in a separate medium bowl. Divide the sweetened condensed milk in half, adding some to the white chocolate and some to the semi-sweet chocolate.

    14 oz sweetened condensed milk, 6 oz semi sweet chocolate chips, 6 oz white chocolate chips

  • Melt the semi-sweet chocolate mixture in the microwave in 30-second increments stirring in between every time. Add in the vanilla extract and stir to combine. Spread the mixture into the prepared baking pan.

    2 teaspoon vanilla extract

  • Melt the white chocolate mixture in the microwave in 30-second increments stirring in between every time. Add in the vanilla extract and stir to combine. Mix in the Christmas sprinkles and spread on top of the semi-sweet chocolate fudge layer.

    2 teaspoon vanilla extract

  • Top with extra sprinkles and chill in the fridge for at least one hour before slicing and enjoying

    2 tablespoon christmas sprinkles

Nutrition

Calories: 89CaloriesCarbohydrates: 11gProtein: 1gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0.004gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 19mgPotassium: 82mgFiber: 0.4gSugar: 11gVitamin A: 33IUVitamin C: 0.3mgCalcium: 44mgIron: 0.3mg

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  1. Tanya

    Lucky me! I was at the store today and decided to throw in three of these ingredients because it’s almost time to bake. Looks like I will be giving these a try this week—certainly looks festive and delicious!

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    • Tanya

      I made two batches and they are chilling. Looks so pretty and smells great. I can’t wait to taste a tiny square.

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      • Val Bellows

        Just making now! Looks so festive 😋🎄

      • Chahinez

        I know right!

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FAQs

What is the secret to perfect fudge? ›

Valuable tips for successful fudge
  • Don't stir during cooking. Fudge can be cooked on the stove or in the microwave. ...
  • Avoid crystallization. During cooking, sugar crystals can stick to the sides of the pan. ...
  • Let cool before beating. After being cooked, the sugar must crystallize again to create fudge. ...
  • Beat the mixture.

Why is my 3 ingredient fudge not setting? ›

Why won't my 3 ingredient fudge set? This often happens when the condensed milk and chocolate chip mixture isn't hot enough to start. Everything must be completely melted before it is transferred to the pan to cool.

What is the secret to smooth fudge that is not gritty? ›

Once a seed crystal forms, it grows bigger and bigger as the fudge cools. A lot of big crystals in fudge makes it grainy. By letting the fudge cool without stirring, you avoid creating seed crystals.

How to make fudge more solid? ›

How do you fix fudge that is too soft? Bring the fudge back to a boil with 1–2 US tbsp (15–30 ml) of cream. If your fudge is soft or runny, it probably didn't come up to a high enough temperature while it was cooking. Put it back into the saucepan and add 1–2 US tbsp (15–30 ml) of 35% fat whipping cream.

Should you stir fudge while it's cooking? ›

Don't stir!

Once the fudge reaches soft-ball stage on the candy thermometer, remove from the heat and let the temperature drop to 110°F. Keep that spoon or spatula out of the pot until this happens. If you stir too early in the process, you'll make the sugar crystals too big and end up with grainy fudge.

What ingredient makes fudge hard? ›

Too cooked

At this temperature, the sugar is too concentrated and there is not enough water left to form syrup around sugar crystals. The result is hard and brittle fudge. To save the fudge, put it in a saucepan with 45 to 60 ml (3 or 4 tbsp.)

Can you reboil fudge that hasn't set? ›

If it doesn't set, or if it sets very hard, you can add more milk and boil it again. However, even if it doesn't set, it'll usually be a nice frosting-like consistency, so I sometimes just make a cake to put under it.

Should you put fudge in the fridge to set? ›

The ratio of chocolate to condensed milk needs to be just right, otherwise you might end up with fudge that is too soft or too hard. Do not freeze the fudge to set it. Best way is to just be patient for a couple hours and set it in the fridge. If your fudge hasn't set, then you've gone wrong somewhere else.

What is the best temperature to cook fudge? ›

Place the sugar, milk, and corn syrup in a medium saucepan and stir well. Once the mixture begins to boil, stop stirring. Monitor the mixture and watch for it to reach 230ºF. Add the butter, chocolate, salt, and vanilla and bring the temperature up to 235ºF.

How long do you boil fudge to get to soft ball stage? ›

How long does it take to make fudge:
  1. about 18 min to reach boiling.
  2. about 40 minutes to reach soft ball stage.
  3. 60 minutes to cool.
  4. 28 minutes to beat in a KitchenAid (your time for this may vary)
  5. 4 hours to set.

How to fix failed fudge? ›

Fixing Fudge
  1. Scrape the fudge back into a large saucepan and add 1 1/2 cups of water.
  2. Stir the fudge over low heat until it dissolves. ...
  3. Increase the heat to medium and bring it to a boil, washing down the sides of the pan frequently with a wet pastry brush to prevent sugar crystals from forming.
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How to tell if fudge is ready without a thermometer? ›

To test the boiling mixture for doneness, drop a bit of it into a bowl of cold water. If it forms a ball that is soft enough to flatten between your fingers, the mixture is ready for cooling. When the fudge cools to 110 degrees F/43 degrees C, beat the mixture vigorously with a wooden spoon until it's no longer glossy.

What is the best pan to make fudge in? ›

We would try to use a larger "stockpot" type of pan with a heavy base and fairly deep sides. Or you could use a preserving pan if you have one. The pan needs to be deep enough so that the mixture comes only about one third up the sides of the pan before you start boiling, as the mixture will rise up as it boils.

What causes fudge not to get hard? ›

Too little time and the water won't evaporate, causing the fudge to be soft. Conversely, cook it too long and fudge won't contain enough water, making it hard with a dry, crumbly texture. Pay attention to the timetable specified in the recipe, and you'll get the hang of it after a batch or two.

Why did my fudge turn out like caramel? ›

Fudge can turn into caramel due to overcooking or undercooking, incorrect temperatures, or wrong ingredients.

Why hasn't my fudge set properly? ›

The main reason is that your Fudge has not reached the optimum temperature. If your mixture only reaches 110 or 112 degrees Celsius it will always be soft. That's why we recommend investing in a sugar thermometer. Another reason your Fudge is not setting is that the ratio of liquid to sugar is too high.

What does cream of tartar do in fudge? ›

Cream of tartar is used in caramel sauces and fudge to help prevent the sugar from crystallizing while cooking. It also prevents cooling sugars from forming brittle crystals, this is why it's the secret ingredient in snickerdoodles!

Can you beat fudge too much? ›

Beating the cooled batter is one of the crucial steps of fudge-making, but overbeating can turn fudge hard as a rock. Pay close attention to the change in appearance and only beat the fudge until it loses its glossy sheen.

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