24 Christmas Fudge Recipes
Looking for the perfect fudge for your cookie trays and holiday gifts? These 24 Christmas fudge recipes include easy favorites from my kitchen, like cherry pistachio, chocolate mint, and peanut butter fudge, plus festive flavors from some of my blogging friends, like eggnog, gingerbread, and old-fashioned Fantasy Fudge. There's something here for everyone!
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Is it even Christmas if there isn't any fudge? For me, it's a hard no. Homemade fudge was always one of my favorite treats on my grandma's goodie trays. And one of my favorite recipes, my peanut butter fudge, was inspired by a recipe I found in my husband's grandmother's recipe box.
Many of these fudge recipes are super easy to make in the microwave, with no candy thermometer needed, so they're perfect for busy holiday baking. And because more flavors are more fun, I've included favorites from some of my blogging friends too, so you'll find everything from classic chocolate and peanut butter to peppermint, red velvet, and hot cocoa fudge.
Christmas Fudge Recipes
Easy Cranberry Pecan Christmas Fudge
Cranberry Pecan Christmas Fudge has two festive layers in every square: white chocolate fudge with dried cranberries and chocolate fudge with cinnamon chips and pecans. It looks fancy, but all you need is a microwave and about 10 minutes. Can't find cinnamon chips? I have a quick shortcut for you!
Peanut Butter Fudge (No Bake)
This creamy peanut butter fudge was inspired by a recipe I found in my husband’s grandmother’s recipe box. It takes just 4 ingredients and about 5 minutes in the microwave, with no marshmallow cream and no powdered sugar. Dress it up with salted peanuts, mini peanut butter cups, or Reese’s Pieces.
EASY 2 Ingredient Dark Chocolate Fudge
Rich, creamy, and seriously chocolatey, this 2-ingredient microwave fudge comes together in about 2 minutes with just condensed milk and chocolate. It’s the perfect last-minute treat for cookie trays, or a base for your own fudge creations.
Christmas Cookie Fudge
Christmas cookie fudge has all the fun of a sugar cookie in fudge form! Creamy white chocolate fudge is packed with Nilla wafers and Christmas sprinkles, and it’s made in minutes in the microwave.
Fantasy Fudge
This original fantasy fudge is the classic marshmallow creme fudge from the back of the Jet-Puffed jar, a family favorite passed down from Crissy’s grandma. It’s one of those traditional fudge recipes that still belongs on every Christmas cookie tray.
EASY Chocolate Mint Fudge Recipe (3 Ingredients!)
Mint lovers, this easy 3-ingredient mint fudge recipe is for you! Chocolate chips, Andes baking chips, and sweetened condensed milk melt together in the microwave, then more Andes mints get pressed on top. It’s ready in about 5 minutes and makes a great last-minute gift.
Easy Gingerbread Fudge
Gingerbread fudge has all the warm spices of gingerbread cookies in creamy fudge form. It’s quick to make and packages up beautifully as an edible gift.
Hot Cocoa Fudge
Hot cocoa fudge is like a cozy mug of hot chocolate turned into fudge, complete with marshmallows on top. Kids will love helping make this one.
Peppermint Fudge (With White Chocolate)
It doesn't get any more Christmassy than this peppermint fudge with creamy white chocolate fudge topped with a crunchy layer of crushed candy canes. It’s an easy make-ahead treat to keep in the fridge for cookie trays and gifts.
Christmas Fudge
Bright red and green layers make this Christmas fudge a showstopper on any holiday dessert table. It’s easy to make and perfect for gifting.
Oreo Fudge - 3 Ingredient Dessert!
If you love cookies and cream candy bars, you’ll love this shortcut Oreo fudge. It takes just 3 ingredients and comes together fast.
Cherry Fudge
This double-decker chery fudge pairs a white chocolate cherry layer with a dark chocolate pistachio layer, so it’s as pretty as it is tasty. It only takes about 5 minutes in the microwave.
White Chocolate Cranberry Walnut Fudge
Cranberry walnut fudge with tart dried cranberries and crunchy walnuts stirred into creamy white chocolate fudge is pretty and delicious. The red and white colors make it a festive pick for cookie exchanges or a homemade gift.
Toffee Fudge
Heath toffee fudge is rich, buttery, and loaded with crunchy toffee bits. It’s just 3 ingredients and about 10 minutes of prep, so it’s a fast, easy Christmas fudge recipe you'll be making all season long.
Butterscotch Pecan Fudge
Butterscotch pecan fudge is creamy with crunchy texture from toasted pecans. It's an easy no-bake fudge recipe that’s rich without being too sweet.
Christmas Fudge (Easy White Chocolate Tree Squares)
Creamy white chocolate fudge made with sweetened condensed milk and almond bark, topped with piped green Christmas trees and star sprinkles. One pan of Christmas fudge makes 16 cute pieces, perfect for gifting.
White Chocolate Eggnog Fudge
Eggnog lovers, this one is for you! This creamy white chocolate eggnog fudge is made with real eggnog and tastes like the holidays.
Chocolate Peanut Butter Fudge
Why choose? This double-layer chocolate peanut butter fudge stacks rich chocolate fudge with creamy peanut butter fudge. It’s a classic flavor combo that always disappears fast.
Easy Grinch Fudge (No-Bake!) – The Perfect Christmas Sweet Treat
This bright green Grinch fudge with a little red candy heart on top is a fun, no-bake treat for Grinch fans. It only takes minutes and adds a pop of color to any cookie tray.
Red Velvet Fudge
Red velvet fudge swirled with white chocolate for a pretty marbled look. It’s an easy no-bake treat that adds festive color to cookie trays and gift boxes.
Creamy White Vanilla Fudge
Rich, creamy vanilla fudge made with a few secret ingredients for perfect results every time. It’s a simple classic that pairs well with all the chocolate fudges on your tray.
Foolproof Almond Joy Fudge
Almond Joy fudge with chocolate, coconut, and almonds, just like the candy bar. It’s an easy microwave recipe with no candy thermometer needed.
Old Fashioned Penuche Fudge Recipe
A family recipe for more than 50 years, this brown sugar and cream fudge has a caramel-like flavor similar to Southern pralines. It’s a must for anyone who loves old-fashioned candy.
Rocky Road Fudge Recipe – Easy 5 Minute Microwave Fudge!
Chocolate fudge packed with crunchy walnuts and fluffy marshmallows, made in one bowl in about 5 minutes. It’s great for holiday dessert tables or party favors.
✅Tips for Perfect Christmas Fudge
- Use good quality chocolate. I like Ghirardelli, since it melts smoothly and gives the best flavor and texture.
- Microwave in short bursts. Heat for about a minute, stir gently, then heat in 15 to 30-second bursts until the chips are just melted. Overheating can make fudge seize.
- Stir gently and only as needed. Overstirring can make fudge grainy or oily.
- No microwave? Melt the fudge mixture gently in a saucepan over medium heat.
- Keep the parchment in place. Smear a little butter on the pan first, or use binder clips.
🥜Make It Your Own
Use these easy Christmas fudge recipes as a starting point, then customize them for you or your lucky gift recipients.
- Extracts and spices. Add a splash of orange, maple, rum, almond, or peppermint extract, or a pinch of cinnamon, pumpkin spice, ground ginger, or cayenne.
- Mix-ins. Nuts, crushed cookies, dried fruit, marshmallows, sprinkles (use jimmies, they bleed less than nonpareils), crushed candy, pretzel pieces, or coconut. Toast the nuts or coconut to intensify the flavor. It's totally worth the extra 5 minutes.
- Toppings. Gently press nuts, mini peanut butter cups, toffee bits, chopped candy bars, crushed Andes mints, or sprinkles into the fudge before it sets.
🔪How to Cut Fudge Into Neat Squares
- Chill at least 2 hours until firm.
- Let it sit 15 to 20 minutes at room temperature before slicing. If it's too cold, it can splinter.
- Use a warm, sharp knife. Cut 1 to 1½-inch strips, then squares, wiping the blade between cuts.
- Trim the edges for perfect squares. Then you know what to do with them ;).
🎁How to Store & Freeze Fudge
These are general fudge storage tips. Refer to the recipes above for the exact storage instructions for each type of fudge.
- Room temperature. Store most fudge in an airtight container for 1 to 2 weeks.
- Refrigerator. For longer storage, keep it in the fridge for 2 to 3 weeks.
- Freezing. Wrap the fudge tightly in wax paper, then foil, and place it in a freezer bag. Freeze for 2 to 3 months and thaw in the fridge.
❓FAQs
Probably! Seized fudge turns stiff, dry, and grainy, usually from overheating, overstirring, or low-quality chocolate. As long as the chocolate isn't burned, stir in warm water or cream one teaspoon at a time until it comes back together, rewarming it briefly if needed.
That happens when the chocolate gets overheated. I've been there! Gently rewarm the fudge and stir in warm water, one teaspoon at a time, until it's smooth and glossy again.
It was probably too cold. Let it sit at room temperature for 15 to 20 minutes before cutting, and use a warm knife.
Yes. Melt the ingredients gently in a saucepan over medium heat, stirring just until smooth.
Yes! Most fudge recipes freeze really well for 2 to 3 months.
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