Christmas Coal Fudge

4.58 from 14 votes

Christmas Coal Fudge is so easy to make in minutes and creates the creamiest candy that looks like a lump of coal. The perfect gift for the holidays or for stuffing your stockings, this black colored candy is a present rather than a punishment.

Prep Time0

Cook Time10

Set Time8

Total Time8 10

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Servings: 1-inch squares

Calories: 208kcal

Author: Jennifer Fishkind

Ingredients

17.5 ounces white chocolate (495 grams) bars or chips
1¼ cups sweetened condensed milk 1 can
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
½ teaspoon sea salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 teaspoons gel black food coloring
2 teaspoons black or metallic sprinkles or sanding sugar optional

Instructions

Grease and line an 8x8 square pan with parchment paper.
Using a small to medium pot add white chocolate, sweetened condensed milk, butter, sea salt, and vanilla. Stir consistently on medium-low heat until melted, about 7 minutes.
Remove the pot from the burner and add in black food coloring. Stir until well combined with a whisk or a black/dark spatula.
Quickly pour into 8x8 pan. If you need to get an even spread you can shake or lightly, but with force, tap the bottom of the pan on the counter.
Add as many sprinkles as desired and allow to set in the fridge overnight or for 8 hours.
Cut into squares, measuring with a ruler.

Notes

Store:

To Store: Store your fudge in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
To Freeze: This fudge can be frozen for 1-2 months if wrapped well. Thaw at room temperature before serving.

Tips:

Don’t skimp on the food coloring or you will end up with gray fudge!
Make sure you use sweetened condensed milk (not evaporated milk).
I like to line my pan with parchment paper so I can lift out the fudge and cut it on a cutting board instead of in the pan.
Be careful not to overcook your fudge or it will become grainy.
To cut your fudge, it’s best to use a large chef knife. You can warm the knife by running it under warm water, then dry it off with a towel before slicing.

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