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The Joy of Christmas Fudge

The Joy of Christmas Fudge: A Creamy Holiday Delight

The Joy of Christmas Fudge combines creamy sweetness with festive colors, offering a delightful holiday treat.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 16 squares
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Fudge Base
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese Softened, ensure it's well-mixed for smooth texture.
  • 12 ounces White Chocolate High-quality chocolate for best results.
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar Ensure fully dissolved to avoid graininess.
For the Crunch
  • 1 cup Walnuts Chopped; can substitute with other nuts or omit.
For the Festive Twist
  • 1 cup Red and Green M&Ms Can swap for seasonal candies or mini chocolate chips.
  • 1 teaspoon Almond Extract Can substitute with vanilla extract.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • heatproof bowl
  • spatula
  • Baking Dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, beat 8 ounces of softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
  2. Gradually sift in 2 cups of powdered sugar while mixing to ensure it’s well combined and free of lumps.
  3. In a heatproof bowl, gently melt 12 ounces of high-quality white chocolate, stirring until smooth.
  4. Carefully pour the melted chocolate into the cream cheese mixture and mix thoroughly for about 2 minutes.
  5. Fold in 1 cup of chopped walnuts and 1 cup of red and green M&Ms, mixing gently to avoid breaking the candies.
  6. Line an 8x8 inch baking dish with parchment paper, pour in the fudge mixture, and spread it evenly.
  7. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow flavors to meld and create a firmer texture.
  8. Once set, lift it out of the dish using the parchment paper and cut into squares.
  9. Present the squares on a festive board or pack in cellophane bags for gifts.

Nutrition

Serving: 1squareCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 100mgSugar: 18gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 40mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure you refrigerate the fudge thoroughly to achieve ideal texture. Store in an airtight container and can freeze for longer preservation.

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