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Easy Peppermint Bark Fudge (No-Bake) – Best 4-Ingredient Recipe

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This no-bake peppermint bark fudge uses just 4 ingredients and comes together in 10 minutes. Creamy, minty, and topped with crushed candy canes, it’s the perfect foolproof holiday treat for gifting or parties.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups (18 oz) semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
  • ½ cup crushed candy canes (about 6–8 candy canes), plus 2-3 tablespoons for topping
  • ½ cup (3 oz) white chocolate chips (optional, for topping)

Instructions

  1. Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving 2 inches of overhang on two opposite sides.
  2. Place 6-8 candy canes in a sturdy Ziploc bag and crush with a rolling pin into a mix of fine powder and small chunks (about pea-sized). Set aside ½ cup for the fudge and reserve 2-3 tablespoons for topping.
  3. In a medium saucepan over low heat, combine the semi-sweet chocolate chips and sweetened condensed milk. Stir constantly with a silicone spatula until the chocolate is completely melted and the mixture is smooth, glossy, and thick (about 4-5 minutes). Remove from heat immediately.
  4. Stir in 1 teaspoon of peppermint extract. Taste and add another ¼ teaspoon if desired. Fold in the ½ cup of crushed candy canes, stirring just until distributed.
  5. Pour the fudge mixture into the prepared pan and spread evenly. Tap the pan gently on the counter to release air bubbles.
  6. If using white chocolate topping: In a small microwave-safe bowl, heat the white chocolate chips in 20-second intervals, stirring after each, until melted and smooth (about 60-90 seconds total). Pour over the fudge and spread in a thin, even layer. Immediately sprinkle the reserved crushed candy canes on top.
  7. Refrigerate the pan, uncovered, for at least 2-3 hours, until the fudge is firm to the touch and pulls away from the edges.
  8. Lift the fudge out using the parchment handles. Place on a cutting board and cut into 1-inch squares with a sharp knife, wiping the blade clean between cuts. Serve cold or at room temperature.

Notes

For clean slices, let fudge sit at room temperature for 5 minutes after chilling. Use a sharp knife wiped clean between cuts. For dairy-free version, use dairy-free chocolate chips and coconut sweetened condensed milk. Fudge can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks or frozen for up to 3 months.

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