White Chocolate Fudge

Name: White Chocolate Fudge
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 4 min
Total time: 9 min
Ingredients: 3 cups sugar; 6 Tablespoons butter; ¾ cups evaporated milk; 12 ounces white chocolate; 7 oounces marshmallow cream; ½ teaspoon vanilla; 1 ½ teaspoon peppermint extract; crushed peppermint candy; peanut butter, oreo cookies, pecans, or cranberries

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This easy White Chocolate Fudge is the ultimate sweet treat for any occasion! Perfectly creamy and full of rich white chocolate flavor, this indulgent dessert is easy to customize with your choice of toppings. Make it for the holidays with festive, crushed candy canes or try crumbled cookies, chopped nuts, or whatever your heart desires. It’s perfect for gifting or enjoying yourself!

White chocolate fudge topped with crushed peppermint candy cut into squares and scattered on a surface.

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Why You’ll Love This White Fudge Recipe
Ingredients
Variations
How to Make White Chocolate Fudge
Storage Directions
Serving Suggestions
Expert Tips
Recipe FAQs
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White Chocolate Fudge

Why You’ll Love This White Fudge Recipe

Quick and Easy: This creamy white fudge comes together in less than 10 minutes with simple ingredients.
Customizable: Add peanut butter, Oreos, cranberries, pecans, or your favorite toppings to customize this recipe to your liking.
Perfect for Gifting: This homemade treat makes a great gift for the holidays, birthdays, or other special occasions.
Crowd-Pleaser: Whether you’re serving it at a party or sharing with family, everyone will love this sweet and creamy fudge!

For more fudge recipes, try our old-fashioned Hershey’s fudge and these fudge truffles next!

Ingredients

Sugar: Sweetens and combines with the butter and evaporated milk to create a rich base for the fudge.
Butter: Adds richness and flavor and helps create a smooth consistency.
Evaporated Milk: Liquid needed for dissolving the sugar and creating a creamy texture.
White Chocolate: Gives the fudge its white chocolate flavor. You can use chopped white chocolate bars or white chocolate chips.
Marshmallow Cream: Contributes to the creamy consistency and prevents the sugar from crystallizing.
Vanilla Extract: Enhances the overall flavor of the fudge.
Crushed Candy Canes (Optional): If desired, crush some candy canes for topping the white chocolate peppermint fudge.
Peppermint Extract (Optional): If you are making peppermint white chocolate fudge, you can also add this for an extra boost of peppermint flavor.

See the recipe card below for exact ingredient amounts, nutritional information, and detailed instructions.

Variations

Peanut Butter Fudge: Swirl creamy peanut butter into the fudge before it sets for a nutty twist.
Oreo Cookie Fudge: Fold in crushed Oreo cookies for a cookies-and-cream version.
Cranberry Fudge: Mix in dried cranberries for a pop of color and tart contrast.
Pecan Fudge: Mix in and/or top the fudge with chopped pecans for some crunch. You can also toast the pecans to enhance their flavor if you’d like.

How to Make White Chocolate Fudge

To get started, grease a 9x13-inch or 8x8-inch baking pan and gather your ingredients and a medium saucepan.

Step 1: Combine butter, sugar, and milk. Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Then, whisk in the sugar and milk until well incorporated.
Step 2: Boil and whisk. Bring the mixture to a boil and boil for 4 minutes, whisking constantly, until it reaches a temperature of 235°F. Remove from the heat.

Four photos showing adding ingredients to the pan, boiling the mixture and stirring together ingredients.

Step 3: Add the remaining ingredients. Remove the mixture from the heat and fold in the chocolate with a silicone spatula. Then, use the spatula to mix in the marshmallow cream, vanilla, and optional peppermint extract.
Step 4: Transfer to a baking pan. Spread the mixture evenly into your prepared baking pan. Immediately sprinkle on the crushed candy canes, if using, before the mixture begins to set.

Squares of white chocolate fudge on a surface in different directions and some turned on the side.

Storage Directions

Room Temperature: The fudge is best stored at room temperature in an airtight container where it will keep for up to 1 week. Be sure to store it in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
Refrigeration: For longer storage or if you live in a hot and humid climate, store the fudge in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 weeks.
Freezing: Wrap the fudge tightly in plastic wrap, and then place it in a freezer-safe container or resealable bag. It can be frozen for up to 3 months. Thaw it in the refrigerator or at room temperature before serving.

Serving Suggestions

Here are some delicious ways you can serve and enjoy this decadent fudge with white chocolate:

Add it to a dessert tray along with these mint brownies and some chocolate cookies with marshmallows.
Make this fudge for the holidays and serve with other festive treats like these chocolate waffle cookies and gingerbread cookies.
Get cozy with a square of fudge and a dairy-free hot chocolate or peppermint milkshake.

White chocolate fudge with peppermint candy on top laid out evenly with one piece on top on its side.

Expert Tips

Choose High-Quality Chocolate: For the best flavor and melt, be sure to use high-quality white. We love and recommend the Ghirardelli brand.
Don’t Scrape the Sides: Scraping can pull crystallized sugar from the sides of the pan back into the mixture, which can cause the fudge to have a grainy texture.
Use Parchment Paper: Line the pan with parchment paper so you can easily lift the fudge right out of the pan for cutting.
Cool Completely: Allow the fudge to cool completely at room temperature for at least 3 hours so that it sets properly.

Recipe FAQs

Why is my fudge not setting properly?

If your fudge is too soft, it may not have reached the correct temperature. Be sure to boil it for 4 minutes while whisking constantly, and use a thermometer for accuracy. The fudge should reach a temperature of 235°F in order to set properly.

Why is my fudge hard?

This is most likely due to the fudge being overcooked or boiled for too long. If the temperature exceeds 235°, it can result in a dry, crumbly texture.

White chocolate fudge topped with peppermint on a surface with candy canes around.

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