Chocolate-Peppermint Fudge

Name: Chocolate-Peppermint Fudge
Prep time: 20 min
Total time: 1 h 20 min
Yield: 24 serving(s)
Ingredients: 1 (5-ounce) can evaporated milk; 1 1/4 c. sugar; 1/2 tsp. kosher salt; 1 c. mini marshmallows; 1 c. 60% bittersweet chocolate chips; 1/2 tsp. pure peppermint extract; 1/4 c. coarsely crushed peppermints; Flaky sea salt

The classic combo of chocolate and peppermint pair perfectly in this holiday treat.

By Torie CoxPublished: Oct 31, 2022

2 Ratings

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Becky Luigart-Stayner

Yields:

24 serving(s)

Prep Time:

20 mins

Total Time:

1 hr 20 mins

Oh, fudge! This already hard-to-resist holiday treat is even more tempting when given a jolt of cooling peppermint extract and topped with the classic red and white striped candies.

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Ingredients

1 (5-ounce) can evaporated milk
1 1/4 cups sugar
1/2 tsp. kosher salt
1 cup mini marshmallows
1 cup 60% bittersweet chocolate chips
1/2 tsp. pure peppermint extract
1/4 cup coarsely crushed peppermints
Flaky sea salt

Directions

1. Step 1Line an 8- by 8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving a 1 inch overhang on all sides.
2. Step 2Bring evaporated milk, sugar, and kosher salt to a boil in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Cook, stirring constantly, 3 minutes. Remove from heat, and quickly stir in marshmallows, chocolate chips, and peppermint extract until melted and smooth. Immediately transfer fudge to prepared pan and spread in an even layer.
3. Step 3Sprinkle fudge with crushed peppermints, pressingly lightly to help adhere; let cool slightly. Refrigerate until firm, about 1 hour. Use parchment overhang to remove fudge from pan. Sprinkle with flaky salt and cut into pieces. Fudge may be stored in an airtight container, refrigerated, up to 3 days. For best texture, bring to room temperature before serving.