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Christmas Story Fudge

This microwave fudge is made with both semi-sweet chocolate chips and white chocolate chips along with marshmallows and sweetened condensed milk blend together into a simple and delicious holiday treat that's easy enough for kids to make all on their own. Gluten-free.
Prep Time10 mins
Cook Time0 mins
Resting Time1 hr 30 mins
Total Time1 hr 40 mins
Course: Dessert, Holidays
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Christmas Story Fudge, microwave fudge
Servings: 18
Calories: 208kcal
Author: Jodi Danen, RDN / Create Kids Club

Equipment

  • 9x9 baking pan
  • 2 medium sized microwave safe bowls
  • 2 spatulas
  • butter knife
  • parchment paper

Ingredients

  • 12 ounce bag semi-sweet chocolate chips check for gluten-free
  • 1/2 teaspoon almond or vanilla extract check for gluten-free
  • 14 ounce sweetened condensed milk check for gluten-free
  • 1/3 cup white chocolate chips check for gluten free
  • 8 large marshmallows check for gluten-free
  • red and green sprinkles optional - check for gluten-free

Instructions

  • Prepare the baking pan. Place parchement paper into the baking pan. Set aside.
  • Melt the semi-sweet chocoloate layer. Add semi-sweet chocolate chips, almond or vanilla extract, and 3/4 of the can of sweetened condensed milk in a medium sized bowl. Microwave for 60 seconds, stir. Continue to heat in 30 second intervals if needed until the chocolate is just melted. Don't over cook. Pour into the prepared baking pan.
  • Melt the white chocolate chip layer. Add white chocolate chips, marshmallows and the remaining sweetened condensed milk. Heat for 60 seconds, stir. Continue to heat in 30 second intervals if needed until the chocolate is just melted. Don't over cook. Pour on top of the chocolate layer.
  • Combine the layers. Using a butter knife make swirls in both layers,combining them together. Add sprinkles if desired. Let sit for 90 minutes to 2 hours before slicing.

Notes

Tips 

  • Additional toppings include coconut shreds, chopped walnuts or toasted pecans
  • Store leftover fudge in an air tight container in the fridge
  • Make and give the fudge as a gift to friends, family or teachers this holiday season 

Nutrition

Calories: 208kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 9mg | Sodium: 35mg | Potassium: 199mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 23g | Vitamin A: 69IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 81mg | Iron: 1mg