White Chocolate Peppermint Bark (Printer View)

Smooth white chocolate combined with peppermint and candy cane crunch for a festive delight.

# What you'll need:

→ Fudge Base

01 - 3 cups high-quality white chocolate chips
02 - 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
03 - 1/2 teaspoon pure peppermint extract
04 - 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt

→ Topping

05 - 1/2 cup crushed peppermint candy canes or hard peppermint candies (about 6 pieces)

# Method:

01 - Line an 8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper, allowing an overhang for easy removal.
02 - Combine white chocolate chips and sweetened condensed milk in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat in 30-second intervals, stirring after each, until smooth and fully melted, approximately 1 to 2 minutes.
03 - Stir in peppermint extract and sea salt until evenly incorporated.
04 - Pour the mixture into the prepared pan, smoothing the surface evenly with a spatula.
05 - Immediately sprinkle crushed peppermint candies evenly over the surface and gently press them into the fudge.
06 - Refrigerate for at least 1 hour or until firm.
07 - Use the parchment overhang to lift the fudge from the pan. Cut into 16 equal squares and serve.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Creamy texture with refreshing peppermint flavor
  • Quick to prepare and ideal for gifting
02 -
  • Store fudge in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks
  • Candy canes may contain traces of gluten: check packaging if serving gluten-free
03 -
  • For extra festive flair, drizzle fudge with melted dark chocolate before chilling
  • Substitute peppermint extract with vanilla for a milder flavor
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