Name: Gingerbread Fudge
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 3 min
Total time: 8 min
Yield: 16
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 12 ounces white chocolate chips; 1 can sweetened condensed milk (14 ounces); 1 cup Gingerbread Cookie Mix; Gingerbread Themed Sprinkles; 1 Teaspoon Gingerbread Spice Mix (optional); Items Needed:; 8x8 Pan; Parchment Paper; Medium Microwave-Safe Mixing Bowl; Rubber Spatula; Whisk

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If you love the cozy gingerbread flavors of cinnamon, ginger, and molasses, then this holiday candy recipe is for you! This easy Gingerbread Fudge takes just minutes to prepare for a creamy and sweetly spiced candy that’s perfect for Christmas.

Whether you make this Gingerbread Fudge to have on hand as a sweet treat for your family or to give as an edible holiday gift, you’ll love how simple it is to make and how scrumptious it is to enjoy! These bite-sized morsels of delight are infused with all the warming spices that define gingerbread. And the best part? There’s a surprise ingredient that captures all those comforting flavors in one easily prepared mix!

Gingerbread is a classic for the holidays and I love to make it in many forms, such as my adorable Gingerbread Snowman Truffles which kids (and adults!) adore, my Frosted Gingerbread Cookies which are perfect for holiday cookie platters, and of course, the traditional Gingerbread Loaf that’s always a favorite.

Add this simple Gingerbread Fudge to your list of yummy sweet treats this season and expect rave reviews from friends and family. Oh, and keep the ingredients on hand because you’ll probably be making more than one batch!

Ingredients Needed

White Chocolate Chips – Use your favorite brand.
Sweetened Condensed Milk – Adds creaminess and sweetness to the fudge.
Gingerbread Cookie Mix – The surprise ingredient! If you can’t find it as a cookie mix, get a gingerbread cake mix instead.
Gingerbread-themed Sprinkles – To decorate the top of the fudge.
Gingerbread Spice Mix – This is an optional ingredient to add to the fudge mixture if you want a stronger gingerbread flavor.

How To Make Gingerbread Fudge

STEP 1: Line an 8 x 8 pan with parchment paper and set aside.
STEP 2: Heat-treat the cookie mix by placing it in a wide bowl and microwaving for 1 minute on high. Whisk to loosen up the mix.
STEP 3: If you’re using the gingerbread spice mix, add it to the cookie mix and whisk until fully combined.
STEP 4: Add the white chocolate chips and sweetened condensed milk to a medium mixing bowl and microwave on high for 2 minutes or until the chocolate chips turn smooth and creamy when stirred. Stir the chocolate mixture until it’s fully combined.
STEP 5: Add the cookie mix to the chocolate mix and use a rubber spatula to stir vigorously until it’s fully combined.
STEP 6: Pour the gingerbread fudge mixture into the prepared pan and spread evenly, tapping the pan on the counter to flatten it.
STEP 7: Add the decorative sprinkles to the top of the fudge.
STEP 8: Place in the refrigerator for 4 hours or until set.
STEP 9: Slice into squares and enjoy!

There is some evidence to show that consuming raw flour can be linked to bacteria such as E. coli. By heating (or microwaving) the flour mix before using it in a non-baking recipe, such as this one for gingerbread fudge, it’s a safe idea to expose it to heat. For this recipe, I recommend heat-treating the cookie mix by placing it in a wide bowl and microwaving it for 1 minute on high. Be sure to whisk to loosen up the mix so it’s all exposed to the heat. Once you’ve microwaved the mix, continue with the recipe as written.

Decorative Topping Ideas

Sprinkles: I like to use these adorable mini gingerbread men as well as other festive sprinkles to decorate the top of the fudge. Gently press them into the fudge so they’ll adhere. Here’s a version of the gingerbread men with red, white, and green sprinkles included.
Sanding Sugars: I also love the idea of these gold, silver, and white sanding sugars as a decorative topping. Just a sprinkle of each with a mini gingerbread man would be perfect.
Crushed Cookies: Elevate the gingerbread flavor and add a little crunch by sprinkling on finely crushed gingerbread man cookies. Delish!
White Chocolate Drizzle: Melt more white chocolate chips in the microwave and dip a fork in it before drizzling in a zigzag pattern over the fudge.

How To Make Homemade Gingerbread Spice Mix

No need to purchase a pre-made gingerbread spice mix when you can easily make your own. Just combine the following in a small bowl and whisk until combined. Be sure and store it in a glass spice container to use throughout the holiday season.

2 Tablespoons of ground cinnamon
2 Tablespoons of ground ginger
2 Tablespoons of ground allspice
1 Tablespoons of ground cloves
1 Tablespoons of ground nutmeg

Can I Make This Fudge In Molds?

Absolutely! How cute would these mini molds of Christmas trees and gingerbread men be for this fudge?

Storage

Store fudge in an air-tight container on the countertop for up to 5 days or in the fridge for up to 10 days. You can also freeze the fudge, wrapped tightly and stored in a freezer-safe container for up to three months. Thaw in the fridge or on the countertop.

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About 16 Pieces (½ inch)