Christmas Fudge Creamy Festive and So Easy to Make

This Christmas Fudge recipe is a holiday favorite — smooth, creamy, and bursting with festive colors! Made with just a few simple ingredients, it’s the perfect treat for cookie exchanges, gifts, or to sweeten your Christmas dessert table.

✨ Ingredients

  • 3 cups white chocolate chips
  • 1 (14-ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Red and green food coloring
  • ¼ cup holiday sprinkles (optional, for decoration)

🎅 Instructions

Step 1: Prepare Your Pan

Line an 8×8-inch (20×20 cm) baking pan with parchment paper or aluminum foil, leaving a bit of overhang on the sides for easy removal. Lightly grease the paper to make sure the fudge doesn’t stick.

Step 2: Melt the White Chocolate

In a medium saucepan, combine the white chocolate chips and sweetened condensed milk. Place the saucepan over low heat and stir constantly until the chocolate melts completely and the mixture becomes smooth and glossy. Be patient — white chocolate burns easily, so keep the heat low.

Step 3: Add Vanilla

Once smooth, remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract. This gives your fudge a lovely warmth and aroma, balancing the sweetness perfectly.

Step 4: Divide and Color

Divide the melted mixture into three equal portions in separate bowls. Leave one portion white, and tint the other two with red and green food coloring respectively. Add the food coloring gradually and stir until you reach your desired holiday hues — bright but not too dark.

Step 5: Layer the Fudge

Drop spoonfuls of each color randomly into the prepared pan to create a marbled effect. Once all the mixture is in, use a butter knife or skewer to gently swirl the colors together — don’t overmix or you’ll lose the beautiful swirls!

Step 6: Decorate

If using, sprinkle holiday sprinkles over the top. They add a fun, festive sparkle and a bit of crunch.

Step 7: Chill and Set

Refrigerate the fudge for at least 2 hours, or until firm. Once set, lift it out of the pan using the parchment overhang and place it on a cutting board. Cut into small squares or rectangles using a sharp knife.

Step 8: Serve or Gift!

Arrange the colorful fudge on a festive platter, or pack it into cute tins and bags for homemade gifts. Your friends and family will adore this cheerful Christmas treat!

🎁 Tips for Perfect Christmas Fudge

  • Use high-quality white chocolate chips: This makes a huge difference in texture and flavor — cheaper ones may not melt smoothly.
  • Don’t overheat: White chocolate scorches easily, so melt gently and stir constantly.
  • Try gel food coloring: It gives brighter colors without watering down the fudge.
  • Customize the flavor: Add a few drops of peppermint extract for a candy-cane twist or almond extract for a nutty aroma.
  • Add texture: Stir in mini marshmallows, crushed candy canes, or chopped nuts for extra fun.

🎨 Fun Variations

  • Grinch Fudge: Use only green coloring and top with red heart sprinkles for a fun movie-night treat.
  • White Chocolate Peppermint Fudge: Skip the coloring and mix in crushed peppermint candy for a snowy, minty version.
  • Red Velvet Fudge: Tint the fudge deep red and top with white chocolate drizzle for a luxurious look.
  • Snowflake Fudge: Leave it plain white and add silver sprinkles or edible glitter for a winter wonderland vibe.

⏳ Storage Instructions

Store your Christmas Fudge in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week. If your kitchen is warm, refrigerate it to keep it firm. For longer storage, freeze for up to 2 months — just separate layers with parchment paper to prevent sticking.

💖 Why You’ll Love This Recipe

This Christmas Fudge isn’t just a dessert — it’s a holiday experience! The soft, creamy texture melts in your mouth while the vibrant red and green swirls bring instant cheer to your table. Best of all, it’s incredibly simple to make — no candy thermometer, no complicated steps. Just melt, swirl, and chill!

Whether you’re making it for a party, to share with coworkers, or simply to enjoy with a hot mug of cocoa while watching Christmas movies, this fudge brings the magic of the holidays straight to your kitchen.

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