Snowflake and Christmas Wreath Fudge is the answer for last minute gifts and one last addition to a Christmas candy platter. This super simple recipe, with only 3 ingredients, makes a sweet, creamy 2-layer fudge. Add a few sprinkles to turn plain fudge into sparkling Snowflakes and festive Christmas Wreaths.
Why you'll love this recipe
Christmas fudge is the perfect last minute entry to the rush of holiday festivities. This fudge cooks up quickly with only three ingredients and some sprinkles.
The creamy chocolate flavor ensures that this fudge will disappear quickly from holiday trays. The festive designs make it an impressive gift to deliver in person or to mail.
When I started making this fudge, I used cookie cutters to form the circles of fudge for the wreaths and snowflakes. It is relatively quick to do, and I was enjoying sampling the scrap edges left over from the cut-outs.
However, I know that when your to-do list is longer than there are hours in the day to accomplish it all, short cuts are appreciated. I tried cutting the fudge into squares, which is a quicker processes, and a more efficient use of the entire block of fudge (though sadly there were no more scrap edges).
I think the snowflakes on the squares look just as pretty as the circles! Choose whichever shape you prefer.
The ingredients are so basic, you probably have them already. The chocolate you use may affect the softness of the fudge. I like using chocolate melts for the ease of smooth melting and the soft fudge that results.
This recipe suggests using a double boiler to melt the chocolate because that is a gentler melting method. You are less likely to end up with over cooked chocolate if you stir continually over a double boiler than if you use the microwave.
The sprinkles I used are easy to find, if you don’t have some already. The wreaths are made with holly and berries sprinkles by Wilton. The snowflakes use nonpareils and luster dust.
A note about perfectionism. The softer the fudge, the less cracks will appear when the surface is cut or when sprinkles are added. However, even if some minimal cracks do occur, these little fudge shapes are still beautiful. No worries.
Decorating instructions
Snowflakes
- Cut the fudge into squares/rectangles with a knife or into circles with a cookie cutter.
- Use the rounded tip of an off-set spatula or butter knife to indent four lines in a crisscross star pattern on the surface of each fudge round or square/rectangle.
- Press nonpareils into the ends of each indented line.
- Optional: Brush with luster dust.
Wreaths
- Cut out the fudge with round cookie cutters.
- Press 5 holly leaf sprinkles in a circle on the surface of a fudge round. Leave space between the leaves for the holly berry sprinkles.
- Press three holly berry sprinkles in the spaces between the leaves.
More Christmas treats
Chocolate Christmas Pretzels are easy, fast, and fun to make for the whole family! A tasty holiday sweet that's great for snacking and gifting.
Chocolate Peppermint Fudge is an amazingly creamy treat that is made right in the tin used for storage and gifting.
Sugar Cookie Bark has a crisp sugar cookie crust covered in white and dark chocolate and showered with sprinkles.
Nonpareil Chocolate Candy is a nostalgic Christmas favorite. Little buttons of chocolate covered in multicolored nonpareil sprinkles.
Marzipan Springerle Candy is a showstopper! Embossed marzipan discs are as delicious as they are beautiful.
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Snowflake and Christmas Wreath Fudge
Ingredients
- 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk
- 1 ½ cups semi-sweet melting chocolate
- 1 ½ cups white melting chocolate
For decorating
- nonpareils
- holly and berries sprinkles
- luster dust
Instructions
- Line a 9”x9” baking pan with parchment paper.
- Place the semi-sweet chocolate and ½ can of condensed milk (½ cup plus 2 tablespoons) in the top of a double boiler over medium-low heat. Mix continually until smooth.
- Pour into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.
- Refrigerate for 10-15 minutes to set slightly.
- Place the white chocolate and the remaining ½ can of condensed milk (½ cup plus 2 tablespoons) in the top of a double boiler over medium-low heat. Mix continually until smooth.
- Pour over the semi-sweet layer and spread evenly.
- Refrigerate until firm (about 1 hour).
- When the fudge is firm, remove from the refrigerator. Use the overhanging parchment paper to lift the fudge out of the pan and onto a cutting board.
- Cut into squares/rectangles with a knife or cut out circles with round cookie cutters.
- FOR WREATHES: Cut out the fudge with round cookie cutters. Gently press 5 holly leaf sprinkles in a circle on the surface of a fudge round. Leave space between the leaves for the holly berry sprinkles. Gently press three holly berry sprinkles in the spaces between the leaves.
- FOR SNOWFLAKES: Cut the fudge into squares/rectangles with a knife or into circles with a cookie cutter. Use the rounded tip of an off-set spatula or butter knife to indent four lines in a crisscross star pattern on the surface of each fudge round or square/rectangle. Gently press nonpareil sprinkles into the ends of each indented line. Optional: Brush with luster dust.
- Store in an airtight container layered between sheets of wax paper at room temperature for up to 10 days.
Notes
- Layer fudge between sheets of wax paper in an airtight container or tin.
- Use crumpled wax paper at the top of the storage container to ensure no movement during shipping.
- Only mail fudge in cool weather.
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First Published: December 21, 2015. Last Updated: November 25, 2022. Updated for additional information and better reader experience.
Madalyn Parr
Oh my gosh! Even your fudge is beautiful! Pinning this as well!
Monroe @ Sew Crafty Crochet
The fudge looks so pretty.. too pretty to eat, but I'm sure it tastes just as wonderful as it looks!
The Monday Box
Thanks, Monroe! A few pieces of this fudge make a wonderful gift, as well as a tasty snack. 🙂
The Monday Box
Thank you, Millie! This fudge is super easy to make. If you choose to use a cookie cutter, you get to eat all the "scraps". That's the rule. 😉
Helen Fern
Beautiful!!! I'm pinning this one! Thanks.
The Monday Box
Thanks, Helen! I am so glad you like them! This fudge is easy to make and special to look at. 🙂
Carrie Merth
Love the fudge! So pretty!
The Monday Box
Thanks, Carrie! It tastes great too.
Tricia @ Saving room for dessert
How wonderful and beautiful Wendy! You are an artist - these are amazing and only three ingredients. The decorating are wonderful. Have a very Merry Christmas! Pinning 🙂
The Monday Box
Thank you, Tricia! You are always so kind and supportive! These little fudge bites are so easy to make (especially the rectangle ones)and look rather "gift worthy". 🙂 I hope you and your family have a wonderful Christmas!
Monica
I was so surprised to read that this was actually fudge. It's such a unique presentation, so festive and the dual layers are another treat! Very creative and simple at the same time...the best kind of recipe! Happy holidays to you and yours, Wendy!!
The Monday Box
I can't seem to leave "plain and delicious" as is! Apparently, I am I have a thing for upping the cute factor with sprinkles. It doesn't change the flavor, just the curb appeal. 🙂 I am NOT making any more fudge for awhile. I found it impossible to leave alone! I hope you and your family have a magical Christmas, Monica!
Reeni
These are so pretty Wendy! They would make a great hostess gift. Thanks for showing us how to make them! You have a lot more patience than I!
The Monday Box
Thanks, Reeni! I find the decorating to be relaxing. These were so easy and quick, that patience isn't required. 🙂
Ashley
haha yup, I definitely feel like I am trying to do way too many things right now to get ready for Christmas!! This fudge is just gorgeous Wendy! I don't know which I like better - they are just both so pretty!
The Monday Box
Thanks, Ashley! Good luck getting ready...or at the very least, I hope you have fun and enjoy the process. You are so good at creating stress free holiday strategies, my guess is that you have it under control. Perhaps your Santa Pup can help?