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Grinch Peppermint Fudge


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  • Author: recipesforcook
  • Total Time: 125 minutes
  • Yield: 16 squares 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A delightful festive treat combining creamy white chocolate with refreshing peppermint, perfect for holiday gatherings.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • ¾ cup heavy cream
  • ¾ cup unsalted butter
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1 bag (11 ounces) white chocolate morsels
  • 1 jar (7 ounces) marshmallow cream
  • 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
  • 1 drop green gel food coloring
  • to taste green sugar
  • to taste red heart sprinkles

Instructions

  1. Line an 8-inch square baking dish with parchment paper and set aside.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine white chocolate morsels, marshmallow cream, peppermint extract, and green gel food coloring; set aside.
  3. In a large heavy saucepan, combine butter, heavy cream, granulated sugar, and a pinch of salt.
  4. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring frequently.
  5. Maintain a full boil for 4 minutes, stirring constantly, then remove from heat.
  6. Pour the hot mixture over the white chocolate mixture and blend with an electric mixer for about one minute until smooth and creamy.
  7. Pour the fudge mixture into the prepared baking dish.
  8. While still warm, sprinkle the top with green sugar and red heart sprinkles, pressing gently into the fudge.
  9. Refrigerate for at least two hours or overnight until set.

Notes

Stir constantly while boiling to prevent burning. Adjust food coloring based on preferred intensity. Use different sprinkles for occasions.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 square
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 15g
  • Sodium: 50mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 32g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg