Peppermint Fudge

for a little bit thicker pieces of fudge. However a 99inch or even a 913inch dish would work.
How To Harden Fudge
Allowing fudge to harden at room temperature will solidify it and make it easy to handle. This takes about 4 hours. You can also pop it into the refrigerator for a couple of hours or even the freezer for about 30 minutes if you need it to harden a bit quicker. Fudge is best consumed at room temperature though so be sure to take it out a few minutes before you want to eat it.
How To Store Peppermint Fudge
If you are planning on eating it within 2 weeks you can store the fudge in an airtight container at room temperature. I like to separate the layers with parchment or wax paper. You can also store fudge in the refrigerator for a few weeks. Again an airtight container with separated layers is best. If you need longer storage like months the freezer is the best option. Tightly wrap the fudge with plastic wrap and then place it in an airtight container or freezersafe plastic bag. Be sure to label and date.
Peppermint Fudge
PREP TIME15MINUTES MINS
CHILLING TIME2HOURS HRS
TOTAL TIME2HOURS HRS 15MINUTES MINS
Peppermint Fudge is an indulgent treat that combines rich chocolate sweetness with a refreshing peppermint kick for a festive treat! Its a definite mustadd to your Christmas Dessert Charcuterie Board and its so easy to make!
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Ingredients
3 cups 600 g granulated sugar¾ cups 1 ½ sticks 170 g unsalted butter⅔ cups 168 g evaporated milk1 bag 12 ounces semisweet chocolate chips1 bag 10 ounces mini marshmallows1 teaspoon vanilla extract½ teaspoon peppermint extract½ cup crushed peppermint candies divided
Instructions
Line an 88inch baking dish with parchment paper including up the sides.
To a large saucepan over medium heat add sugar butter and evaporated milk. Mix to combine.
Bring the mixture to a boil. Leave on heat until the mixture registers 234F on a candy thermometer about 5 minutes.
Remove from heat. Add chocolate chips stirring until melted and thoroughly combined.
Add the mini marshmallows vanilla extract and peppermint extract stirring until the marshmallows have melted. Gently fold in about ½ of the crushed peppermint candies reserving the rest for the top.
Transfer the fudge to the prepared pan. Sprinkle the reserved peppermint candies on top.
Allow the fudge to set at room temperature about 4 hours. To speed up the setting process you can let it chill in the refrigerator to set about 2 hours.