Description
This Candy Cane Fudge is a holiday must-make! Creamy, smooth, and packed with festive candy cane flavor, it’s the perfect sweet treat for the season. Plus, it’s incredibly easy to make in just 15 minutes—ideal for last-minute gatherings or gifts. Follow this simple step-by-step recipe for fudge that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- ½ cup candy canes, finely ground (I used cherry-flavored)
- ¾ cup butter
- ¾ cup heavy cream
- Pinch of salt
- 12 ounces white chocolate, chopped (or white chocolate chips)
- 1 jar marshmallow fluff (7 ounces)
Instructions
- Line an 8×8-inch square baking dish with parchment or wax paper.
- Grind 6-7 candy canes in a food processor to make ½ cup of finely ground candy cane “sugar.”
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the white chocolate and marshmallow fluff. Set aside.
- In a medium saucepan, add butter, granulated sugar, candy cane sugar, heavy cream, and salt. Melt over medium heat, stirring constantly.
- Once the mixture reaches a boil, continue stirring for 4 minutes.
- Remove from heat and pour the mixture over the white chocolate and marshmallow fluff. Use an electric mixer to blend until smooth.
- Pour the fudge mixture into the prepared pan, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 4 hours until fully set.
- Once set, cut the fudge into bite-sized pieces. Store in the fridge in an airtight container.
Notes
- You can use different flavored candy canes (peppermint, fruity) for a fun variation!
- Make sure to stir constantly while boiling the sugar mixture to avoid burning.
- This fudge stays fresh in the fridge for up to two weeks and can be frozen for up to three months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Holiday Baking
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 119 kcal
- Sugar: 15g
- Cholesterol: 13mg