White Chocolate Peppermint Bark (Printable)

Creamy white chocolate blended with peppermint and crushed candy canes for a festive treat.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Fudge Base

01 - 3 cups white chocolate chips
02 - 1 (14 ounce) can 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 (approximately 6 pieces)

# Directions:

01 - Line an 8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
02 - In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine the white chocolate chips and sweetened condensed milk. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring after each, until smooth and fully melted, about 1 to 2 minutes total.
03 - Stir in peppermint extract and sea salt until evenly distributed.
04 - Pour the mixture into the prepared pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
05 - Immediately sprinkle crushed peppermint candies evenly over the surface, gently pressing them into the fudge.
06 - Refrigerate for at least 1 hour or until firm.
07 - Lift fudge from pan using parchment overhang and cut into 16 squares.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Quick and easy to make for holidays
  • Creamy texture with festive peppermint flavor
02 -
  • Store fudge in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks
  • Peppermint candy canes may contain traces of gluten so check packaging for dietary needs
03 -
  • Drizzle with melted dark chocolate before chilling for extra flair
  • Substitute peppermint extract with vanilla if you prefer a milder flavor
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