Description
This Fudge Wreath with Crushed Candy Canes is the perfect holiday treat that combines rich chocolate with refreshing minty notes. Easy to make and visually stunning, this festive dessert is a delightful centerpiece for any gathering. With its creamy texture and colorful candy cane topping, it’s sure to impress your guests and become a cherished tradition in your home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups dark chocolate chips
- 1 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup crushed candy canes (plus extra for topping)
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by gathering them on your countertop.
- In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt the dark chocolate chips, sweetened condensed milk, and butter. Stir constantly until smooth.
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract and crushed candy canes (reserve some for topping). If using nuts, fold them in gently.
- Pour the mixture onto a parchment-lined baking sheet and shape it into a wreath about an inch thick.
- Chill in the refrigerator for about two hours or until firm.
- Decorate with reserved crushed candy canes before slicing or serving whole.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 40g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 35mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg