Get into the holiday spirit with this homemade Christmas fudge recipe! With just 7 ingredients and 15 minutes of prep, you'll have creamy, chocolatey fudge perfect for sharing and gifting.
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This simple recipe is perfect for making with your kids as a fun holiday activity or gift exchange. This is my favorite fudge, and I've made it every year for the past....hmmm.... let me count..... 13 years!
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Why You'll Love This Fudge Recipe
- Festive and Fun: This recipe is perfect for the holiday season and a must for your Christmas baking.
- Creamy Texture: Melts in your mouth with a delicious, rich flavor.
- Quick and Easy: No candy thermometer is needed; just mix, spread, and cool.
- Ideal for Gifting: Make a batch for last-minute holiday gifts.
- Consistent Results: Deliciously rich chocolate fudge every time.
Christmas Fudge Ingredients
A complete list of ingredients and amounts can be found in the printable recipe card below.
- Chocolate chips. I used milk chocolate chips, but you could use dark chocolate chips. If you would like white chocolate fudge, you can use white chocolate chips.
- Marshmallow creme. This is the secret ingredient and adds a creamy, smooth texture. It can be found in the baking aisle at your local grocery store.
- Nuts. I used walnuts, but you can use your favorite nut, or omit them altogether.
How to Make Christmas Fudge
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Step 1
Combine Sugar and Milk: In a large saucepan, bring sugar and evaporated milk to a boil over medium heat. Boil for 9 minutes exactly. Line two 9 x 9 pans with parchment paper or use a jelly roll pan lined with parchment or aluminum foil sprayed with cooking spray.
Step 2
Melt Chocolate: Lower the heat and add chocolate chips, marshmallow creme, and butter, stirring until smooth.
Step 3
Remove from heat, mix in vanilla extract and nuts until well combined.
Step 4
Pour and Cool: Quickly pour fudge into the prepared pan and sprinkle with reserved nuts or festive sprinkles. Let cool at room temperature for 3 hours or refrigerate for 1-2 hours until set.
Step 5
Cut and Serve: Lift the fudge from the pan using the parchment paper overhang, cut into 1-inch pieces, and enjoy!
Variations
- Festive Toppings: Add crushed candy canes or red and green sprinkles.
- Flavor Enhancements: Top with a thin layer of vanilla or peanut butter frosting.
Top Tips
- Mix Thoroughly: Ensure all chocolate chips are melted for a smooth consistency.
- Add Toppings Early: Sprinkle toppings before cooling.
- Store Properly: Keep fudge in the refrigerator or freezer until ready to use.
Christmas Fudge FAQs
Butter provides a richer flavor, but margarine can also be used.
No need to cover while cooling, but store covered once set.
Refrigerate for 1-2 hours until firm.
It keeps for up to 2 weeks in the refrigerator or 2 months in the freezer.
Store in an airtight container with parchment paper between layers.
What Readers Are Saying About This Recipe:
Reader Review
"New baker with much more confidence with your great clarity and concise
instructions after searching other recipes ~ Thanks"
- Gigi
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Christmas Fudge
Equipment
- Large saucepan or dutch oven
- Two 9 x 9 baking dishes or 10.5 x 15.5-inch jelly roll pan
- Spatula
- Parchment paper or wax paper
Ingredients
- 5 cups white sugar
- 1 can evaporated milk 385 mL
- 3 cups milk chocolate chips
- 1 jar marshmallow creme 200 g
- ½ cup butter
- 2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups chopped walnuts, reserve ½ cup for topping optional
Instructions
- Step 1: Combine sugar and milk. Place white sugar and the evaporated milk in a large saucepan over medium heat. Bring the mixture to a boil, and boil for 9 minutes exactly.
- Step 2: Prep the pan. While the mixture is coming to a boil, line two 9 x 9 pans with parchment paper or wax paper.
- Step 3: Melt chocolate. Turn the heat down to low, and add the chocolate chips, marshmallow creme, and butter. Stir constantly until the mixture is completely melted and smooth.
- Step 4: Add nuts and vanilla. Remove from heat and mix in vanilla extract and walnuts. Stir with a rubber spatula until well incorporated.
- Step 5: Pour in pan. Working quickly before the fudge cools, pour the fudge mixture evenly into the prepared pan. Sprinkle reserved crushed walnuts or festive sprinkles over the top of the fudge.
- Step 6: Cool. The fudge will cool at room temperature in about 3 hours. However, I suggest to place the fudge in the refrigerator to cool completely; which will take 1-2 hours.
- Step 7: Cut and serve. Remove the fudge from the pan by lifting it out using the overhang of parchment paper. Place on a cutting board, and cut it into 1-inch pieces with a sharp knife and serve.
- Enjoy!
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Notes
- Mix Thoroughly: Ensure all chocolate chips are melted for a smooth consistency.
- Add Toppings Early: Sprinkle toppings before cooling.
- Store Properly: Keep fudge in the refrigerator or freezer until ready to use.
Nutrition
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About Jeri Walker
Jeri Walker is the founder and CEO of Winding Creek Ranch. She is a self-taught home cook who specializes in easy family-friendly recipes. Jeri is also a food writer who regularly writes articles for MSN. Read about Jeri's journey and connect with her on your favorite social media channels!
Gigi says
New baker with much more confidence with your great
clarity and concise
instructions after searching
other recipes ~ Thanks
Jeri Walker says
Gigi, you made my day! Your feedback is all I could have asked for! My goal is to help home cooks everywhere feel confident when they're in the kitchen, and I couldn't be more thrilled that now this includes YOU, too - so happy baking, and thanks for trying my recipe! 😄 Happy holidays!
Ronald lee Gibson says
I love. Fudge so i am going to try my luck, i will let you know how it turns out. Thank you from Ron.
Jeri Walker says
I hope you enjoy it, Ron! 🙂