Red Velvet Candy Cane Fudge Recipe

Name: Red Velvet Candy Cane Fudge
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 teaspoon butter; 2 packages (12 ounces each) white baking chips, divided; 2/3 cup semisweet chocolate chips; 3 teaspoons shortening, divided; 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk; 1-1/2 teaspoons red paste food coloring; 4 cups confectioners' sugar, divided; 6 ounces cream cheese, softened; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract; 3 tablespoons crushed peppermint candies

Servings: persons

1 teaspoon butter
2 packages (12 ounces each) white baking chips, divided
2/3 cup semisweet chocolate chips
3 teaspoons shortening, divided
1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
1-1/2 teaspoons red paste food coloring
4 cups confectioners' sugar, divided
6 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract
3 tablespoons crushed peppermint candies

1
Line a 13x9-in. pan with foil; grease foil with butter.
2
In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine 3-1/4 cups white baking chips, chocolate chips and 2 teaspoons shortening. Microwave, uncovered, on high 1 minute; stir. Microwave at additional 15-second intervals, stirring until smooth. Stir in milk and food coloring; gradually add 1 cup confectioners' sugar. Spread into prepared pan.
3
In another large microwave-safe bowl, melt remaining white baking chips and shortening; stir until smooth. Beat in cream cheese and extracts. Gradually beat in remaining confectioners' sugar until smooth. Spread over red layer; sprinkle with crushed candies. Refrigerate 2 hours or until firm.
4
Using foil, lift fudge out of pan. Remove foil; cut fudge into 1-in. squares. Store between layers of waxed paper in an airtight container.

1151

kcal

Calories

Fat

225

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 teaspoon butter, 2 packages (12 ounces each) white baking chips, divided, 2/3 cup semisweet chocolate chips, 3 teaspoons shortening, divided, and more.

Yes, Red Velvet Candy Cane Fudge falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Red Velvet Candy Cane Fudge

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