A delightful layered fudge recipe combining rich chocolate and refreshing mint flavors.
Line a 9-inch square pan with foil, ensuring it covers the sides, and grease the foil with butter.
Using foil makes it easier to lift the fudge out of the pan for cutting.
In a saucepan, melt the chocolate chips and sweetened condensed milk over low heat, stirring continuously until smooth.
Stirring constantly prevents the chocolate from burning.
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract until well combined.
Adding vanilla off the heat preserves its flavor.
Spread half of the chocolate mixture evenly in the prepared pan and refrigerate until firm.
Chilling the layer ensures it sets properly before adding the next one.
In a clean saucepan, melt the white chocolate chips and remaining sweetened condensed milk over low heat, stirring until smooth.
Use low heat to prevent the white chocolate from seizing.
Remove from heat and mix in the peppermint extract and food coloring until evenly combined.
Adjust the food coloring to achieve your desired shade of green.
Spread the mint mixture evenly over the chilled chocolate layer and refrigerate until firm.
Ensure the mint layer is smooth for an even appearance.
Spread the remaining chocolate mixture over the mint layer and refrigerate until fully set.
Reheat the chocolate mixture slightly if it has thickened too much to spread easily.
Lift the fudge out of the pan using the foil, peel off the foil, and cut into squares.
Use a sharp knife for clean cuts and wipe it between slices.