{"id":202426,"date":"2018-01-01T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2017-09-16T00:58:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/origin-www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/white-chocolate-peppermint-fudge\/"},"modified":"2024-05-06T15:28:05","modified_gmt":"2024-05-06T20:28:05","slug":"white-chocolate-peppermint-fudge","status":"publish","type":"recipe","link":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/white-chocolate-peppermint-fudge\/","title":{"rendered":"Peppermint Fudge"},"content":{"rendered":"
Fudge is a year-round favorite in our book, but we\u2019re partial to this festive peppermint fudge for the holidays. Butter, marshmallow cream and tangy sour cream create a smooth, creamy and dense fudge texture. White chocolate, crushed bits of peppermint candies and peppermint extract amp up the festive flavor. Make this fudge as an edible gift<\/a> or simply to round out the holiday dessert table.<\/p>\n And remember: Even the best fudge recipes<\/a> can be finicky to make, so get to know the most common fudge mistakes and how to fix them<\/a>.<\/p>\n Line a 9-inch square pan with aluminum foil, making sure there is a 1-inch foil overhang on the sides of the pan. Grease the foil with 1-1\/2 teaspoons butter. Set the pan aside.<\/p>\n Editor\u2019s Tip:<\/em> Forgetting to butter the pan is one of the most detrimental candy-making mistakes<\/a>. An unbuttered pan will lead to the fudge solidifying in it (not good!).<\/p>\n In a large, heavy saucepan, combine the sugar, sour cream and remaining 1\/4 cup butter. Cook and stir the mixture over medium heat until the sugar is dissolved. Bring the mixture to a rapid boil, and cook and stir until a candy thermometer reads 234\u00b0F (soft-ball stage), about five minutes.<\/p>\n Editor\u2019s Tip: <\/em>Curious about soft-ball stage\u2019s appearance? Our guide on how to make candy<\/a> has pictures of what the different sugar stages look like.<\/p>\n Remove the saucepan from heat. Stir in the white chocolate and marshmallow cream until they’re melted. Fold in the peppermint candy and extract. Pour the fudge into the prepared pan.<\/p>\n Chill the fudge until firm. Using the foil overhang, lift the fudge out of the pan. Gently peel off the foil, and cut the fudge into 1-inch squares. Store the fudge in an airtight container in the refrigerator.<\/p>\n To store, place the pieces of fudge in an airtight container, and keep in the refrigerator for up to one week. Layer the fudge in the container between pieces of parchment or waxed paper.<\/p>\n Yes, you can freeze peppermint fudge. Layer the pieces of fudge between pieces of parchment or waxed paper in an airtight container. It can be kept in the freezer for up to three months.<\/p>\n To crush peppermint candy, place the unwrapped candies in a resealable bag. Seal the bag, and place the bag on a kitchen towel (protect those counters!) on a very stable surface. Carefully crush the candies with a rolling pin, a measuring cup or the smooth side of a meat mallet.<\/p>\n We don’t recommend that you use white chocolate chips instead of white baking chips in this recipe. White baking chips are best for mixing into recipes like fudge, whereas white chocolate is better reserved for chocolate chip cookies or drizzling onto baked goods. But you can always get creative with flavored baking chips<\/a> if you want to switch things up!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Fudge is a year-round treat, but this peppermint fudge helps us dive right into the holiday spirit.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":7955,"featured_media":1951400,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"ep_exclude_from_search":false},"tags":[306983,305843,304173,306980,306989,304423,304288,305487,306171,304515,305860,304408,304368,303887,306848,307299,307297,304268,305870,304558,324623,304388,304150,303883,304473,307030,307009,304403],"categories-v2":[310025,311481,309455,310014,311502,310031,308821,259620,310796,312036,308880,311506,308813,308745,308478,309603,310339,310334,259483,311518,308910,309177,308752,309434,308476,308876,339208,340578,308812],"coauthors":[342012],"recommended_recipes":[{"post_title":"Triple Chocolate 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I have to modify all candy cooking times since I live in the Rockies. Good tip on checking one\u2019s candy thermometer for everyone. I used premium white chocolate and another small amount of crushed candy canes so I could sprinkle some on the top of the fudge and press it in slightly while still warm. My husband and his mega sweet tooth went wild! I\u2019m pleased to add this to my Christmas sweets list!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2018-11-12","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OlivePlanet"},"reviewBody":"I've been making this fudge for years now and never had a failure. I do find it is best to make it a couple of days before you plan to serve it. This gives the candy time to soften and flavors blend. I also crush the candy pretty fine. If the peppermint is too strong, use mint flavoring. I let it set at room temp until set, then store in the fridge. Use quality ingredients as the quality of the butter and chips is crucial to the success of your candy....any candy. Like another reviewer, I have made this with crushed lemon drops and lemon flavoring. Also very good.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2012-01-15","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GoldBottleOpener"},"reviewBody":"This recipe was amazing. I made the fudge and put into tins for a part of the family gift baskets for Christmas presents! This was a hit! However, I would never store fudge in a refrigerator. When stored in the refrigerator the fudge may become too hard and when removed from the fridge the fudge may \"melt\". It is best to make the fudge to harden at room temperature.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2013-01-30","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GreenApple"},"reviewBody":"If I can make this, a 5 year old can. I am normally terrified of the kitchen, I am shocked at how yummy this is and more shocked that I made it. It's a miracle","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-11-19","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"PurpleBike"},"reviewBody":"I used the Hershey's white chocolate chips and they did not work well. They didn't quite melt right and they are a \"vanilla\" flavor that made a cloying sweet taste. I have used white chocolate chips for fudge recipes before, but may have been Nestles brand. I think the recipe is good. Just don't use the Hershey's brand chips in it.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":3,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2012-12-12","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"RedBucket"},"reviewBody":"Super easy to make and soo yummy!!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-12-24","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OlivePuzzle"},"reviewBody":"Very good fudge! It's really light and fluffy!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2013-12-06","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GreenPopcorn"},"reviewBody":"We tried several different peppermint fudge recipes and this one is the BEST hands-down. We make four batches every year and always run out.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2012-03-10","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GoldTooth"},"reviewBody":"If you like peppermint and white chocolate..this buttery smooth fudgey goodness is splendid! It has been my favorite holiday fudge, I make it every year. I use the soft peppermints that melt in your mouth, they add a vanilla sweetness and aren't as crunchy as regular peppermint. ALSO...please use the foil! Forgot to use the foil one time, and like to have never gotten it out of the pan!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-12-23","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GreenPopcorn"},"reviewBody":"any fudge can turn out bad if under cook or over cook,,but i gotta say wow !!!!i made 5 diff fudge flavors one was peanut butter fudge then 3 of them were various flavors with the nestle recipe,,and this one and i gotta say this one has best texture and flavor ,,i used a whole cap full of peppermint extract ,,then crushed hard peppermints and mixed them in .Then bobs puffy peppermints i crushed those and pressed thos on top for decoration and its my new fav recipe,,i gotta say i am so tempted to just omit the candy and extract and just use this recipe for my chocolate version and put in vanilla extract instead ,,","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2013-01-20","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"PurpleFries"},"reviewBody":"delicious simply creamy and melt in your mouth good","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2012-10-24","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"PurpleRadio"},"reviewBody":"This recipe was amazing. I would not change a thing, I was very impressed it reminded me of my grandma's fudge and it was exactly what I was looking for in a recipe to use for a food auction where all the proceeds go to the united way. GREAT JOB!!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2013-12-16","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GreenBus"},"reviewBody":"I made this for the first time and it was quite easy! I did the candy thermometer trick as suggested. My candy thermometer tested 12 degrees below 212 degrees when the water started boiling. I think this contributed to the success of the recipe. I also used a 12 oz bag of white chocolate chips and sifted all the powder out of the crushed candy. Have everything ready and work fast after taking the mixture off the stove. Delightful!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-11-27","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"PurpleUmbrella"},"reviewBody":"Nothing to do with real fudge..and I don't care for the sour creamat all. It looks good, that's all.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":1,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-12-26","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"CyanDice"},"reviewBody":"Overall it was good but didn't care for the white blocks of fudge used. I would have rather boiled the karo & sugar to make the fudge. Liked the taste, however.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":3,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2017-12-22","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"BlueHammer"},"reviewBody":"Easy and very tasty","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2009-12-31","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OliveFish"},"reviewBody":"I was looking for something different to make for Christmas gifts this year, and when I saw this recipe, I just knew it would be perfect! It was a huge hit, I'm going to have to make 4 batches next year to make everyone happy!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-12-03","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"PurpleFlask"},"reviewBody":"I made a double batch and it is so creamy and minty. My husband and I love it.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2009-12-11","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GoldAnchor"},"reviewBody":"I collected this recipe years ago in one of ToH's magazines and I get requests for it every year. It's wonderful, and so different from others and not to mention, it's an absolutely beautiful addition to my treat trays.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-12-24","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OrangeBottle"},"reviewBody":"I love this recipe. I've made it every year for the past 3 years and everyone loves it.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-12-21","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GoldFlask"},"reviewBody":"I just ate some that a co-worker brought in for a Christmas luncheon today. (In fact, I keep going back for more!) I had to come get the recipe myself. One reviewer is right... It's not truly a fudge. The texture and flavor is more like one of those soft buttermint candies, so I suppose calling it \"fudge\" is misleading. Contrary to another reviewer's comment about the sour cream, I don't think the sour cream detracts from the taste at all. I actually can't taste it. This is an absolutely delicious candy. I am definately stopping for peppermint extract on the way home tonight!!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-12-13","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"CyanPin"},"reviewBody":"This did not turn out at all - in fact I tossed it all. It had a grainy texture and was such a hard brick I could hardly cut it! Out it went.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":1,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2017-12-16","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GreenBottle"},"reviewBody":"Very delicious and pretty easy to make overall. I saved out some of the crushed peppermint candies to sprinkle on top which made it look beautiful!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2009-11-30","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GoldWrench"},"reviewBody":"My family loves fudge and this is one we'll make many more christmases to go. 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Directions<\/h2>\n
Step 1: Prepare the pan<\/h3>\n
Step 2: Cook the sugar<\/h3>\n
Step 3: Create the fudge<\/h3>\n
Step 4: Chill and cut the fudge<\/h3>\n
Peppermint Fudge Variations<\/h2>\n
Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n
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How to Store Peppermint Fudge<\/h2>\n
Can you freeze peppermint fudge?<\/h2>\n
Peppermint Fudge Tips<\/h2>\n
Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n
How do you crush peppermint candy?<\/h3>\n
Can you use white chocolate chips instead of white baking chips in this recipe?<\/h3>\n
White Chocolate Peppermint Fudge Tips<\/h2>
How do you crush peppermint candy?<\/h3>To make crushing peppermints easy, unwrap candies, place them in a resealable plastic bag, and then give the bag a few good whacks with a rolling pin or measuring cup!
Can you freeze white chocolate peppermint fudge?<\/h3>Fudge can be kept in the freezer for up to 3 months. Place it in an airtight container between layers of waxed paper. If your freezer is full to the brim, store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week or at room temperature for 1 day\u2014any longer and it will dry out.
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Can you use white chocolate chips instead of white baking chocolate in this recipe?<\/h3>White baking chocolate contains more cocoa butter than white chocolate chips, and the chips also have added stabilizers to withstand baking\u2014so it\u2019s best to stick to baking chocolate for this recipe. If you like, two substitutions you can make in this recipe include swapping crushed cinnamon candies for the peppermints and cinnamon extract for the peppermint to give this fudge a spicy twist.
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