{"id":54870,"date":"2025-12-15T02:18:33","date_gmt":"2025-12-15T02:18:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/?p=54870"},"modified":"2025-12-15T02:24:49","modified_gmt":"2025-12-15T02:24:49","slug":"peppermint-fudge-white-chocolate-christmas-recipes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/peppermint-fudge-white-chocolate-christmas-recipes\/","title":{"rendered":"Ultimate Peppermint Swirl Fudge \u2014 White Chocolate Christmas Recipes Made Decadent"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Decadent White Chocolate Christmas Recipes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>As a fan of <strong>Holiday Cookie And Candy Recipes<\/strong>, I can tell you this: when peppermint meets silky chocolate in a swirl, people forget about etiquette and go straight for seconds. This Peppermint Swirl Fudge looks fancy, tastes like a holiday miracle, and\u2014best of all\u2014comes together with ordinary ingredients and zero drama.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Brief introduction to the recipe<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This fudge layers a rich dark-chocolate base with a creamy, candy-cane-streaked white chocolate swirl. It uses real white chocolate, semi-sweet or dark chips, sweetened condensed milk, peppermint extract, and crushed candy canes. You\u2019ll avoid the usual fudge disasters\u2014clumping, graininess, or that sad, chalky white chocolate\u2014if you follow a few simple rules. <strong>Trust the double boiler. Skip the microwave.<\/strong> You\u2019ll thank me later.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why you&#8217;ll love this recipe<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Why do you need this recipe? Short answer: texture, flavor, and look. Long answer: it slices clean. It stays smooth. It tastes like a candy shop, not a science experiment. <strong>This is the kind of fudge that travels well, gifts well, and disappears quickly at any cookie swap.<\/strong> Plus, it\u2019s flexible\u2014swap extracts, toss in nuts, or color the swirl green for a different vibe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The story behind the recipe<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>I perfected this after way too many seized-chocolate incidents. I used to zap everything in the microwave and pay for it with grainy disasters. Then I switched exclusively to a gentle double boiler. Melting chocolate over steam changed the game: it\u2019s forgiving, it melts evenly, and it keeps your sanity intact during holiday chaos. Also, the first time I served this at a family party, my picky uncle asked for the recipe three times\u2014and then took the leftovers home. That\u2019s the unofficial seal of approval.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ingredients breakdown (short descriptive blurbs)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>2 cups semi-sweet or dark chocolate chips<\/strong> \u2014 Choose <strong>dark<\/strong> for a serious cocoa bite; semi-sweet gives a friendlier sweetness. Don\u2019t use milk chocolate: it weakens structure.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>1 tbsp unsalted butter<\/strong> \u2014 Adds gloss and helps set a smoother texture.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk, room temperature<\/strong> \u2014 <strong>Important:<\/strong> room temp only. Cold milk shocks melted chocolate and can seize it.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>\u00bd tsp peppermint extract<\/strong> \u2014 Potent! Measure carefully. Too much = toothpaste vibes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Pinch of salt<\/strong> \u2014 Tiny salt = big flavor lift.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>1\u00bd cups white chocolate chips (real <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/chocolate-peppermint-blossoms-peppermint-kiss-cookies\/\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"1242\">white chocolate) \u2014<\/a> Look for <strong>cocoa butter<\/strong> in the ingredient list. <strong>Almond bark ruins the swirl; avoid it.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>\u00bd tbsp unsalted butter (for swirl layer)<\/strong> \u2014 Same reason: stability and sheen.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>\u2153 cup sweetened condensed milk, room temp<\/strong> \u2014 Keeps the white layer creamy without making it runny.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>1\u20132 drops red gel food coloring<\/strong> \u2014 Gel gives streaks; liquid thins the chocolate.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>\u00bd cup crushed peppermint candies or candy canes<\/strong> \u2014 Candy canes crush into fine dust that sticks well to the fudge.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Make It \u2014 Step-by-step (clear &amp; punchy)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Prep the pan.<\/strong> Line an 8\u00d78 pan with parchment, leaving an overhang. Lightly spray the parchment.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Melt the chocolate base.<\/strong> In a heatproof bowl, combine <a href=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/chocolate-chocolate-chip-cookies-recipe\/\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"1245\">chocolate chips<\/a>, 1 tbsp butter, and the 14 oz room-temp sweetened condensed milk. Place the bowl over simmering water (double boiler). Stir constantly until smooth. Remove from heat. Stir in <strong>\u00bd tsp peppermint extract<\/strong> and a pinch of salt.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Melt the peppermint swirl layer.<\/strong> In a separate bowl, melt white chocolate, \u00bd tbsp butter, and \u2153 cup room-temp condensed milk over the double boiler. Stir until silky. Add <strong>\u00bd tsp peppermint extract<\/strong> and 1\u20132 drops red gel coloring. Stir just enough to streak the color\u2014don\u2019t overmix.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Layer.<\/strong> Pour about <strong>\u00be of the chocolate base<\/strong> into the pan and spread it. Dollop spoonfuls of the white peppermint mixture across the surface. Add the remaining chocolate between the dollops.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Swirl.<\/strong> Drag a skewer or butter knife in wide figure-eight motions to create marbled ribbons. Stop when you can still see distinct red and white streaks\u2014overstir and you\u2019ll get muddy pink.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Top and chill.<\/strong> Sprinkle crushed peppermint evenly. Press lightly so they adhere. Refrigerate <strong>uncovered<\/strong> for at least <strong>3 hours<\/strong> until fully set.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Slice.<\/strong> Use the parchment overhang to lift the slab. Run a sharp knife under hot water, dry it, then slice into squares. Clean the knife between cuts for clean edges.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Ultimate-Peppermint-Swirl-Fudge-\u2014-White-Chocolate-Christmas-Recipes-Made-Decadent-1.webp\" alt=\"Close-up of neatly cut peppermint swirl fudge squares showing creamy white chocolate ribbons, dark chocolate base, and crushed candy cane topping, Holiday Cookie And Candy Recipes, White Chocolate Christmas Recipes Made Decadent.\" class=\"wp-image-54873\" srcset=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Ultimate-Peppermint-Swirl-Fudge-\u2014-White-Chocolate-Christmas-Recipes-Made-Decadent-1.webp 1024w, https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Ultimate-Peppermint-Swirl-Fudge-\u2014-White-Chocolate-Christmas-Recipes-Made-Decadent-1-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Ultimate-Peppermint-Swirl-Fudge-\u2014-White-Chocolate-Christmas-Recipes-Made-Decadent-1-150x150.webp 150w, https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Ultimate-Peppermint-Swirl-Fudge-\u2014-White-Chocolate-Christmas-Recipes-Made-Decadent-1-768x768.webp 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pro tips for perfect results (bold tips you must follow)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Always use real white <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/coconut-chocolate-almond-bark\/\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"1243\">chocolate with cocoa butter\u2014not almond bark<\/a>. White chips with cocoa butter (or better yet, baking bars) melt slicker and taste better.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Room-temperature condensed milk is non-negotiable.<\/strong> Cold milk can shock and seize the chocolate. Leave the can out about an hour.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Melt over a double boiler.<\/strong> Low steam = controlled heat = no seizing. FYI, the microwave lies to you in the name of speed.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Use gel food coloring.<\/strong> One drop gives striking streaks. Too much liquid color thins the <a href=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/white-chocolate-cheesecake-with-raspberry-swirl-recipe\/\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"1244\">white chocolate and ruins the swirl<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Measure peppermint extract carefully.<\/strong> Start with <strong>\u00bd tsp<\/strong> in each layer. Peppermint overwhelms fast\u2014trust me.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Swirl fast and chill right away.<\/strong> If the layers cool first, they won\u2019t marry correctly and you\u2019ll get awkward blobs instead of ribbons.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cut with a hot knife and wipe after every cut<\/strong> for clean, glossy edges.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Variations to try<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Chocolate + Almond:<\/strong> Swap peppermint for <strong>almond extract<\/strong> (\u00bd tsp) and pair with dark chocolate for marzipan vibes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Pistachio twist:<\/strong> Stir chopped toasted pistachios into the base layer\u2014green and festive under the swirl.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Two-color swirl:<\/strong> Make half the white layer red and the other half green; drop them side by side and swirl for a candy-cane-meets-holly look.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Half-and-half fudge:<\/strong> Keep dark chocolate in one bowl and milk chocolate in the other. Pour separate sections, then swirl for a visually layered effect.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>For softer set:<\/strong> Reduce chilling time by 30 minutes for a softer, more chocolate-bite texture.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Best ways to serve<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Serve at room temperature for the best bite\u2014too cold and it puckers the chew. Arrange squares on a holiday platter with sprigs of rosemary or holly (edible but pretty). Want to gift? Stack squares with parchment between layers and tie with baker\u2019s twine. People love receiving <strong>Peppermint Christmas Treats<\/strong> that look homemade-but-pro. Put a sticker that says \u201cDo not share (kidding, share).\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Quick tips for storage and leftovers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Refrigerate<\/strong> in an airtight container for up to <strong>1 week<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Freeze<\/strong> for longer storage\u2014layer squares with parchment and freeze up to <strong>3 months<\/strong>. Thaw in the fridge overnight.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>To soften frozen fudge quickly:<\/strong> Let sit at room temp for about 30 minutes before serving.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Ultimate-Peppermint-Swirl-Fudge-\u2014-White-Chocolate-Christmas-Recipes-Made-Decadent-2.webp\" alt=\"Close-up of neatly cut peppermint swirl fudge squares showing creamy white chocolate ribbons, dark chocolate base, and crushed candy cane topping, Holiday Cookie And Candy Recipes.\" class=\"wp-image-54874\" srcset=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Ultimate-Peppermint-Swirl-Fudge-\u2014-White-Chocolate-Christmas-Recipes-Made-Decadent-2.webp 1024w, https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Ultimate-Peppermint-Swirl-Fudge-\u2014-White-Chocolate-Christmas-Recipes-Made-Decadent-2-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Ultimate-Peppermint-Swirl-Fudge-\u2014-White-Chocolate-Christmas-Recipes-Made-Decadent-2-150x150.webp 150w, https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Ultimate-Peppermint-Swirl-Fudge-\u2014-White-Chocolate-Christmas-Recipes-Made-Decadent-2-768x768.webp 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">FAQs (short, useful answers)<\/h2>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1765764314644\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>Can I use white chocolate chips instead of bars?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Yes, but choose high-quality chips with cocoa butter. If your chips contain hydrogenated oils instead of cocoa butter, they won\u2019t melt or swirl nicely.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1765764321084\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>My white layer turned grainy. What happened?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Likely low-quality white chocolate or overheating. Next time, melt gently and switch to a brand with cocoa butter listed.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1765764347963\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>Can I make this without condensed milk?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>You could, but condensed milk adds creaminess and a set texture that gives fudge its classic bite. Using it keeps things reliable and reproducible.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1765764355509\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>How do I prevent the swirl from turning muddy?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Don\u2019t over-stir. Use wide figure-eights and stop when you still see distinct streaks.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1765764367751\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>Can I make smaller batches?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Sure. Just keep the chocolate-to-milk ratios the same and use a smaller pan.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Troubleshooting common issues (and how to fix them)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Seized chocolate after adding milk:<\/strong> The milk was too cold or you used direct heat. Fix: gently reheat over the double boiler while stirring\u2014if it stays grainy, you might need a new batch of chocolate. <em>Prevention:<\/em> warm the condensed milk and melt slowly.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Chalky white layer:<\/strong> That\u2019s poor-quality white chocolate. Next time use a brand like Lindt or Ghirardelli baking bars.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Muddy swirl:<\/strong> You stirred too long or let the layers cool. Swirl right after adding the white layer and then chill immediately.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Fudge too firm:<\/strong> Shorten chill time next batch by about 30 minutes. This fudge tastes best same day, soft but sliceable.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why the double boiler matters (short explanation)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Direct heat blasts chocolate and makes it temperamental. Steam from a double boiler melts chocolate slowly and evenly. It gives you control. You get glossy, smooth base and a swirl that behaves. IMO, it\u2019s the single most impactful tweak for reliable fudge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Final thoughts wrap-up<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>So\u2014does this sound complicated? Not really. It looks like a showpiece and behaves like a dependable holiday treat. Whether you\u2019re making <strong>Fudge For Christmas<\/strong> gifts, bringing <strong>Peppermint Christmas Treats<\/strong> to a swap, or adding a standout square to your dessert table, this recipe wins on taste, texture, and presentation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Remember the essentials: <strong>use real white chocolate<\/strong>, <strong>keep condensed milk room temperature<\/strong>, <strong>melt over steam<\/strong>, and <strong>swirl, don\u2019t stir<\/strong>. Follow those and your kitchen will smell like peppermint heaven in no time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you try it, drop a comment with your favorite tweak. Did you go classic red-and-white, or did you try green too? Did someone at the party swoop in and steal the platter? 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class=\"tasty-recipes-author-name\">Jennifer<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"prep-time\"><span class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-label-color.color\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" class=\"detail-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"icon-color.color\"><use href=\"#tasty-recipes-icon-clock\"><\/use><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tPrep Time:<\/span> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-value-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-prep-time\">25 minutes<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"total-time\"><span class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-label-color.color\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" class=\"detail-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"icon-color.color\"><use href=\"#tasty-recipes-icon-clock\"><\/use><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tTotal Time:<\/span> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-value-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-total-time\">25 minutes<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"yield\"><span class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-label-color.color\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" class=\"detail-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"icon-color.color\"><use href=\"#tasty-recipes-icon-cutlery\"><\/use><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tYield:<\/span> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-value-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-yield\"><span data-amount=\"25\">25<\/span> squares <span class=\"tasty-recipes-yield-scale\"><span data-amount=\"1\">1<\/span>x<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"category\"><span class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-label-color.color\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" 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data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"secondary-color.border-color secondary-color.background-color\">\n\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-description\">\n\t\t\t<h3 data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"h3-color.color h3-transform.text-transform\">Description<\/h3>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-description-body\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">\n\t\t\t\t<p><strong data-start=\"37\" data-end=\"63\">Peppermint Swirl Fudge<\/strong> is creamy, festive, and ridiculously easy \u2014 a perfect addition to your holiday candy lineup. It pairs rich chocolate with a candy-cane ribbon of white chocolate for a look that says \u201cstore-bought\u201d but tastes gloriously homemade.<\/p>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t\t\t<hr data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"secondary-color.border-color secondary-color.background-color\">\n\t\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-ingredients\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-ingredients-header\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-ingredients-clipboard-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"h3-color.color h3-transform.text-transform\">Ingredients<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-units-scale-container\"><span class=\"tasty-recipes-scale-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"tasty-recipes-scale-label\">Scale<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<button class=\"tasty-recipes-scale-button tasty-recipes-scale-button-active\" data-amount=\"1\" type=\"button\">1x<\/button><button class=\"tasty-recipes-scale-button\" data-amount=\"2\" type=\"button\">2x<\/button><button class=\"tasty-recipes-scale-button\" data-amount=\"3\" type=\"button\">3x<\/button>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span><\/div>\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-ingredients-body\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">\n\t\t\t\t<p><strong>For the chocolate base<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f1761f0cb4d\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f1761f0cb4d\" aria-label=\"2 cups semi-sweet or dark chocolate chips\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f1761f0cb4d\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"2\" data-unit=\"cup\">2 cups<\/span> semi-sweet or dark chocolate chips<\/li>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f1761f0cb5d\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f1761f0cb5d\" aria-label=\"1 tablespoon unsalted butter\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f1761f0cb5d\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"1\" data-unit=\"tablespoon\">1 tablespoon<\/span> unsalted butter<\/li>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f1761f0cb6c\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f1761f0cb6c\" aria-label=\"1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk \u2014 leave it at room temperature\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f1761f0cb6c\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"1\">1<\/span> (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk \u2014 leave it at room temperature<\/li>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f1761f0cb79\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f1761f0cb79\" aria-label=\"\u00bd teaspoon peppermint extract\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f1761f0cb79\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"0.5\" data-unit=\"teaspoon\">\u00bd teaspoon<\/span> peppermint extract<\/li>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f1761f0cb83\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f1761f0cb83\" aria-label=\"Pinch of fine salt\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f1761f0cb83\"><\/label><\/span>Pinch of fine salt<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>For the peppermint swirl<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f1761f0cb91\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f1761f0cb91\" aria-label=\"1\u00bd cups white chocolate chips (pick real white chocolate with cocoa butter, not almond bark)\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f1761f0cb91\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"1.5\" data-unit=\"cup\">1\u00bd cups<\/span> white chocolate chips (pick real white chocolate with cocoa butter, not almond bark)<\/li>\n<li 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name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f1761f0cbb9\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f1761f0cbb9\" aria-label=\"\u00bd teaspoon peppermint extract\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f1761f0cbb9\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"0.5\" data-unit=\"teaspoon\">\u00bd teaspoon<\/span> peppermint extract<\/li>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f1761f0cbc7\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f1761f0cbc7\" aria-label=\"1\u20132 drops red gel food coloring\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f1761f0cbc7\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"1\">1<\/span>\u2013<span data-amount=\"2\">2<\/span> drops red gel food coloring<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Topping<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f1761f0cbd5\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f1761f0cbd5\" aria-label=\"\u00bd cup crushed peppermint candies or broken candy canes\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f1761f0cbd5\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"0.5\" data-unit=\"cup\">\u00bd cup<\/span> crushed peppermint candies or broken candy canes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><!--INSIDE_INGREDIENTS--><\/p>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t\t\t<hr data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"secondary-color.border-color secondary-color.background-color\">\n\t\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-instructions\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-instructions-header\">\n\t\t\t\t<h3 data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"h3-color.color h3-transform.text-transform\">Instructions<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-instructions-body\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">\n\t\t\t\t<ol>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-1\">Prep the pan. Line an 8\u00d78 inch square pan with parchment, leaving an overhang on two sides so you can lift the fudge out later. Lightly spray the paper.<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-2\">Make the chocolate layer. In a heatproof bowl, combine the chocolate chips, butter, and the full 14 oz can of room-temp condensed milk. Set the bowl over a pot of gently simmering water (double boiler). Stir constantly until the mixture becomes glossy and totally smooth. Remove from heat and stir in the peppermint extract and a pinch of salt.<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-3\">Make the peppermint swirl. In a separate heatproof bowl, melt the white chocolate, \u00bd tablespoon butter, and \u2153 cup room-temp condensed milk over the double boiler. Stir until silky. Mix in the peppermint extract, then add 1\u20132 drops of gel food coloring and swirl just enough to create ribbons of red \u2014 don\u2019t overwork it.<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-4\">Layer the pan. Pour about \u00be of the chocolate base into the prepared pan and spread it to an even layer.<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-5\">Dot and swirl. Drop spoonfuls of the red-streaked white chocolate across the surface. Pour the remaining chocolate into the gaps. Use a skewer or the tip of a knife to draw wide figure-eights through the surface to create a marbled pattern. Stop once you can still see distinct red and white streaks.<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-6\">Top and press. Scatter the crushed peppermint evenly over the top and press lightly so the pieces stick.<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-7\">Chill until firm. Place the pan in the refrigerator uncovered for at least 3 hours, or until the fudge feels set. Use the parchment overhang to lift the slab out, then slice into squares with a sharp knife.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t\n\t\t\t<hr data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"secondary-color.border-color secondary-color.background-color\">\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-notes\">\n\t\t\t<h3 data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"h3-color.color h3-transform.text-transform\">Notes<\/h3>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-notes-body\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">\n\t\t\t\t<ul>\n<li><strong>Tips &amp; Tricks (must-read)<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Use real white chocolate with cocoa butter \u2014 it melts smoother and won\u2019t turn chalky.<\/li>\n<li>Room-temperature condensed milk only. Cold condensed milk can cause chocolate to seize.<\/li>\n<li>Melt over steam, not the microwave. Gentle heat prevents grainy, scorched chocolate.<\/li>\n<li>Use gel food coloring for vivid streaks without thinning the chocolate.<\/li>\n<li>Measure peppermint extract carefully \u2014 start with \u00bd tsp; it\u2019s powerful.<\/li>\n<li>Cut with a warm, dry knife (run under hot water, dry, then slice) and wipe between cuts for clean edges.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Storage<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Store squares in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week. 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