Christmas Colors Quick Dirty Microwave Fudge Recipes

3-INGREDIENT CHRISTMAS SWIRL FUDGE

Steps:

• Line 8-inch square pan with foil, leaving foil overhanging at 2 opposite sides of pan; spray foil with cooking spray.
• In large microwavable bowl, microwave white chips uncovered on High 1 minute. Spoon frosting over chips. Microwave on High 30 seconds; stir. If necessary, continue to microwave in 15-second increments until mixture can be stirred smooth.
• Place 3/4 cup fudge mixture into each of 2 small bowls, leaving remaining untinted fudge mixture in bowl. Tint 1 bowl green and 1 bowl red by stirring in each food color to desired color.
• Drop heaping tablespoons of green, red and white fudge mixture in bottom of pan to create random pattern. Pull table knife through layers for marbled design. Refrigerate uncovered until set, about 1 hour.
• Remove from pan by lifting foil; peel foil away. Cut into 8 rows by 8 rows. Store covered in refrigerator.

QUICK & DIRTY CHOCOLATE ORANGE MICROWAVE FUDGE

Steps:

• Line an 8x8 inch pan with wax paper.
• I tape it in to make it easier.
• In a medium bowl combine milk chocolate chips, 2/3 can of sweetened condensed milk, and vanilla extract.
• Microwave 45 seconds to 1 minute at a time, stirring in between heating.
• Continue until smooth.
• Spread ½ of the mixture evenly across the bottom of the pan.
• Reserved other ½ of mixture.
• Chill 10-15 minutes.
• In a small bowl combine white chocolate chips, remaining sweetened condensed milk, and orange extract.
• Microwave 45 seconds to 1 minute at a time, stirring in between heating.
• Continue until smooth.
• Stir in red and yellow food coloring until you achieve an orange color you like.
• Spread the mixture evenly across the first chocolate layer.
• Chill 10-15 minutes.
• Reheat reserved chocolate mixture.
• Spread the mixture evenly across the orange layer.
• Chill for an hour.
• Remove from pan and cut into squares.
• Tips: I always use Eagle Brand sweetened condensed milk.
• It costs about twice as much but I've often been disappointed with the consistency of cheaper brands.

CHRISTMAS COLORS - QUICK & DIRTY MICROWAVE FUDGE

Steps:

• Chocolate Mint Fudge: Line an 8x8 inch pan with wax paper.
• I tape it in to make it easier.
• In a medium bowl combine 12 oz of milk chocolate chips, 2/3 can (approx 10 oz) of sweetened condensed milk, and 2 tsp vanilla extract.
• Microwave 45 seconds to 1 minute at a time, stirring in between heating.
• Continue until smooth.
• Spread ½ of the mixture evenly across the bottom of the pan.
• Reserved other ½ of mixture.
• Chill 10-15 minutes.
• In a small bowl combine white chocolate chips, remaining 4 oz sweetened condensed milk from can#1, peppermint extract, and green food coloring to taste.
• Microwave 45 seconds to 1 minute at a time, stirring in between heating.
• Continue until smooth.
• Spread the mixture evenly across the first chocolate layer.
• Chill 10-15 minutes.
• Reheat reserved chocolate mixture.
• Spread the mixture evenly across the mint layer.
• Chill for an hour.
• Remove from pan and cut into squares.
• Chocolate Almond (actually tastes more like chocolate cherry) Fudge: Repeat same steps as above but use almond extract and red food coloring.
• Tips: Serve together on a platter for a nice display of Christmas colored desserts!
• Refrigerate separately so that the mint does not overpower the other fudge.
• I always use Eagle Brand sweetened condensed milk.
• It costs about twice as much but I've often been disappointed with the consistency of cheaper brands.

LIONEL'S MICROWAVE FUDGE

Steps:

• Mix sugar, flour, and salt together in a 2-quart glass mixing bowl. Stir in 1/2 cup melted butter and milk, then add chocolate.
• Microwave on high power for 5 minutes. Remove from the microwave and stir until chocolate is melted and thoroughly mixed in.
• Return to the microwave and cook to the soft ball stage or 245 degrees F (118 degrees C), about 4 minutes.
• Meanwhile spray an 8x11-inch pan with cooking spray.
• Quickly add walnuts, 2 tablespoons butter, and vanilla; stir until mixture begins to lose its sheen. Pour into the prepared pan and allow to cool, about 1 hour, before cutting into pieces.