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Nightmare Before Christmas Fudge Recipe

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  • Author: Lisa
  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 2 hrs 25 mins
  • Yield: 36 squares 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This Nightmare Before Christmas Fudge is a colorful and festive treat perfect for holiday celebrations or any time you want a fun, swirled chocolate confection. The fudge combines smooth white chocolate with sweetened condensed milk and Marshmallow Fluff, flavored with peppermint and vanilla, then divided into vibrant portions and swirled together for a spooky, whimsical look inspired by the iconic movie.

Ingredients

Scale

Fudge Base

  • 3 1/2 cups white chocolate chips
  • 1 (14-oz.) can sweetened condensed milk
  • 3 Tbsp. Marshmallow Fluff
  • 2 Tbsp. unsalted butter
  • 1/4 tsp. vanilla bean paste or extract
  • 1/2 tsp. peppermint extract

Coloring

  • Black gel food coloring
  • Pink gel food coloring
  • Yellow gel food coloring
  • Teal gel food coloring

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Pan: Line an 8″ x 8″ pan with two pieces of parchment paper arranged in a plus sign shape, allowing a 2″ overhang on all sides. Secure with binder clips if desired to keep the parchment in place.
  2. Melt White Chocolate and Condensed Milk: In a medium pot over low heat, combine the white chocolate chips and sweetened condensed milk. Stir occasionally until the mixture is fully melted and smooth, about 5 minutes.
  3. Add Fluff and Flavorings: Stir in the Marshmallow Fluff, unsalted butter, vanilla bean paste or extract, and peppermint extract. Continue cooking and stirring for about 1 minute until everything is heated through and well combined.
  4. Divide and Color the Fudge: Pour the fudge evenly into four medium bowls, about 1 cup per bowl. Add approximately 4 drops of black gel food coloring to one bowl, and about 2 drops of pink, yellow, and teal gel food coloring to the remaining three bowls respectively. Mix each bowl until the colors are vibrant, adding more drops as needed while working quickly so the fudge doesn’t start to set.
  5. Create the Swirl Pattern: Drop spoonfuls of each colored fudge randomly into the prepared pan. Use a toothpick or paring knife to gently swirl the colors together for a marbled look.
  6. Chill and Set: Refrigerate the pan for at least 2 hours or up to overnight until the fudge is firm and set.
  7. Slice and Serve: Lift the fudge out of the pan using the parchment overhang and transfer it to a cutting board. Cut into 36 squares and enjoy.

Notes

  • Use binder clips to hold parchment paper in place for easier handling while preparing the fudge.
  • Work quickly when coloring and swirling fudge to prevent it from setting prematurely.
  • Store the fudge refrigerated in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
  • You can substitute vanilla bean paste with an equal amount of vanilla extract.
  • For a firmer texture, refrigerate the fudge overnight before slicing.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 square (approx. 28g)
  • Calories: 130
  • Sugar: 20g
  • Sodium: 30mg
  • Fat: 6g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 10mg

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