Description
Cool, creamy, and chocolatey with the perfect pop of peppermint, this Mint Chocolate Fudge is a showstopper dessert that’s surprisingly easy to make. Featuring a rich chocolate base and a vibrant mint layer topped with dark chocolate shards, it’s ideal for holidays, parties, or just a decadent treat at home.
Ingredients
2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk (divided use)
4 tablespoons butter (divided use)
1 teaspoon peppermint extract
1 ½ cups white chocolate chips
3 to 4 drops green food coloring (optional)
⅓ cup dark chocolate chunks or shavings (for topping)
Instructions
1. Melt 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips, 2 tablespoons butter, and ¾ cup sweetened condensed milk together in a double boiler or in the microwave using 30-second bursts, stirring until smooth.
2. Line an 8×8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper and pour the chocolate mixture in. Spread evenly and refrigerate for 30 minutes until firm.
3. In a clean bowl, melt 1½ cups white chocolate chips with 2 tablespoons butter and the remaining sweetened condensed milk. Stir until smooth.
4. Add 1 teaspoon peppermint extract and 3–4 drops of green food coloring. Beat until creamy and slightly fluffy.
5. Spread the mint mixture evenly over the chilled chocolate layer using a spatula.
6. Sprinkle ⅓ cup of dark chocolate chunks or shavings on top, gently pressing them into the mint layer.
7. Refrigerate the whole pan for at least 2 hours or until fully set.
8. Once firm, lift the fudge out using the parchment paper and slice into squares. Serve and enjoy!
Notes
Use high-quality peppermint extract for the cleanest, boldest mint flavor.
Always chill the chocolate base before adding the mint layer to prevent separation.
For smooth cutting, run a sharp knife under hot water and dry it before slicing each square.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake, chilled
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 205
- Sugar: 21g
- Sodium: 35mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 12mg
Keywords: Mint fudge, holiday treat, chocolate mint dessert