Description

Your New Favorite Holiday Tradition: Christmas Swirl Fudge

Capture the magic of the holidays in a treat that requires no baking, minimal fuss, and delivers maximum wow-factor. Vibrant red, green, and white swirls, creamy texture, and a hint of peppermint make this fudge a showstopper for cookie trays, hostess gifts, and last-minute holiday treats.

Ingredients

Scale

44 oz white chocolate chips (four 11-oz bags)
3 ½ cups vanilla frosting (store-bought or homemade)
2 tsp red gel food coloring
2 tsp green gel food coloring
1 tsp peppermint extract (optional)
½ cup crushed candy canes or festive sprinkles

Instructions

1. Prep Your Pan

Line a 9×13-inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving a 2-inch overhang on the long sides for easy lifting.
Optional: Lightly grease the pan first to help parchment stick.

2. Melt the Base

Place white chocolate chips in a large, heatproof bowl. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring after each, until mostly melted.
Switch to 15-second intervals, stirring each time, until completely smooth.
Stir in vanilla frosting and peppermint extract.

3. Divide and Color

Divide the mixture into three bowls. Leave one plain (white), add red gel coloring to the second, and green to the third. Mix until fully incorporated.

4. Layer and Swirl

Drop spoonfuls of each color randomly into the prepared pan.
Using a knife or skewer, gently swirl the colors to create a marbled effect. Less is more to avoid muddying the colors.

5. Top It Off

Sprinkle crushed candy canes or festive sprinkles over the fudge while still soft.

6. Chill

Refrigerate at least 1 hour or until firm.

7. Slice and Serve

Lift fudge using parchment handles, cut into 1-inch squares. Wipe the knife with a hot, damp cloth between cuts for clean edges.

Notes

Prevent Seizing: Melt white chocolate slowly with frequent stirring. Add a small amount of vegetable shortening to rescue seized chocolate.
Soft Fudge Fix: Chill longer or accept as a “fudge dip”—still delicious.
Storage: Airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks; freezes well for up to 3 months.
Coloring Hack: Gel food coloring keeps fudge thick; liquid coloring can thin the mixture.