The Best Homemade Christmas Fudge Recipe You’ll Ever Try!
This yummy homemade Christmas fudge recipe is a perfect Christmas treat! It has been passed down for generations in my family and can be made with or without nuts.
Hey y’all, Tiffany here with a homemade Christmas fudge recipe that is from my great-grandmother and is perfect for Christmas!
I grew up with this recipe as a family tradition. I have such fond memories of helping my grandma and mom whip up these sweet delights in the kitchen during the holiday season.
What makes this delicious fudge recipe even more special is the love and stories they carry – the laughter shared while stirring the fudge, and the family tales told while waiting for the candy to set. These recipes aren’t just about ingredients; they’re about connection and the joy of creating lasting traditions.
These traditional fudge recipes are from a group of Christmas dessert recipes that were passed down over the generations: divinity candy, peanut butter fudge, classic chocolate fudge, caramels, and seven-layer bars. Altogether, these are a great group of Christmas treats to pass out for caroling and go perfectly with The World’s Creamiest, Most Delicious Hot Chocolate (in a Slow Cooker!)
And if you want a unique twist to a regular and easy Christmas fudge recipe, then give this Grinch Fudge a try! The green swirls and festive spirit make it a hit with kids and adults too! It’s become a must-have in our holiday recipes, adding a touch of fun to the festivities.
So, whether you’re making the classic fudge that’s been a family staple for generations or trying out the playful Grinch Fudge, these recipes are more than just sweets. They’re a taste of family history, a sprinkle of joy, and a delightful way to celebrate the magic of Christmas. Happy baking and even happier holidays!
Altogether, these are a great group of Christmas treats to pass out for caroling and go perfectly with The World’s Creamiest, Most Delicious Hot Chocolate (in a Slow Cooker!)
And if you want a unique twist to regular fudge, then give this Grinch Fudge a try!
And for my fudge fans out there, you have GOT to try this Easy Fudge Pie!
Homemade Christmas Fudge Recipe Ingredients
- 4 1/2 cups sugar
- 1 can evaporate milk or sweetened condensed milk
- 12 oz. chocolate chips (semi-sweet chocolate chips or milk chocolate chips would work)
- 1 tsp. Vanilla
- 2 Hershey bars (8 oz each)
- 1 pint (0.47 l) marshmallow cream
- 1/2 cup butter or margarine
- 1 cup (0.24 l) nuts (optional)
Let’s make some fudge for the holiday season!
Directions for Homemade Christmas Fudge
Prep: do the large bowl prep work first before cooking on the stove and grease pan.
Break candy bars in to pieces and put into a large bowl. Add all ingredients EXCEPT for sugar and evaporated milk. (You WILL want to do this before cooking sugar and evaporated milk on the stove.)
Bring sugar and evaporated milk to a boil. Then cook over medium heat for 8 minutes, stirring constantly.
When the sugar/milk mixture is done, pour the hot contents of the pot directly into the bowl with the candy.
Stir fast: the fudge sets up quickly as it cools! Allow everything to melt.
Pour into a greased 9×13 pan (or slightly larger).
*Note: Cooking time may need to be adjusted depending on if you halve or double the recipe.
Allow to cool completely, then cut into squares and serve. We like to enjoy these with homemade turtles and homemade caramels.
Homemade Christmas Fudge Recipe
This yummy recipe for homemade fudge is a perfect Christmas treat! It has been passed down for generations in my family, and can be made with or without nuts.
Ingredients
- 4 1/2 cups sugar
- 1 can evaporated milk
- 12 oz. chocolate chips
- 1 tsp. vanilla
- 2 Hershey bars (8 oz each)
- 1 cup nuts (optional)
- 1 pint marshmallow cream
- 1/2 cup butter or margarine
Instructions
- Prep: do step #4 first.
- Bring sugar and evaporated milk to a boil.
- Cook over medium heat for 8 minutes, stirring constantly.
- Break candy bars in to pieces and put into a large bowl. Add all remaining ingredients.
- When the sugar/milk mixture is done, pour hot contents of pot directly into bowl with candy.
- Stir fast – the fudge sets up quickly as it cools! Allow everything to melt.
- Pour into a greased 9×13 pan (or slightly larger).
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