17 Christmas Fudge Recipes (Even Santa Could Make Them!)

Every December I swear I’m only making a few treats… and then suddenly I’m knee-deep in Christmas fudge again. It happens. These recipes are easy, festive, and perfect for when you want something cute like Grinch fudge or a no-brainer like 2-ingredient peanut butter fudge.

They’re simple enough for kid helpers to jump in, quick enough for busy days, and they make great little gifts for teachers, neighbors, coaches, or anyone who could use a sweet holiday pick-me-up.

Looking for even more holiday treats for your dessert trays? Try my peppermint bark brownies or Christmas sugar cookies.

1. Creamy Hot Chocolate Fudge

Wide view of hot chocolate fudge stacked high on a plate from the side with more fudge and a mug of hot chocolate nearby. — Image Credit: On My Kid’s Plate

If curling up with a mug of hot cocoa is a winter favorite treat, this hot chocolate fudge is about to be your new favorite recipe! It’s rich, sweet, and topped with marshmallows that melt just a little into the chocolate. It’s easy enough for kid helpers, comes together quickly, and makes a cute homemade gift for teachers, neighbors, or anyone who loves classic hot chocolate flavors. Get the full recipe → HOT CHOCOLATE FUDGE RECIPE

2. Creamy Vanilla Christmas Fudge

Wide view of pieces of vanilla fudge decorated with green chocolate Christmas trees and sprinkles. — Image Credit: On My Kid’s Plate

There’s something so fun about this vanilla fudge. It’s smooth and sweet, and those tiny green chocolate Christmas trees on top make it look like you went all out without actually… going all out. It’s a great recipe for little helpers, and it always feels like a win when something cute is also this easy. Get the full recipe → CHRISTMAS FUDGE RECIPE

3. 2-Ingredient Peanut Butter Fudge

A wide view of a stack of 2 Ingredient peanut butter fudge piled high on a plate with more ingredients on the counter in bowls nearby. — Image Credit: On My Kids Plate

This 2-ingredient peanut butter fudge is the definition of easy holiday baking. It’s just peanut butter and frosting stirred together, then it chills into the creamiest little squares while you go do literally anything else. Kids can help mix it, and it’s perfect for last-minute gifting or those moments when you want a sweet treat without dragging out half the pantry. Get the full recipe → TWO INGREDIENT PEANUT BUTTER FUDGE RECIPE

4. Peppermint Crunch Fudge

A stack of peppermint fudge topped with candy cane pieces close up with the top piece missing a bite. — Image Credit: On My Kid’s Plate

This peppermint fudge is basically holiday cheer in square form. The white chocolate base is smooth and rich, and the little pieces of crushed candy canes on top make it taste (and look) extra festive. It’s quick to put together, pretty enough for gifting, and one of those treats that somehow gets better every time you sneak another piece. Get the full recipe → PEPPERMINT CRUNCH FUDGE RECIPE

5. Oreo Fudge (Cookies and Cream Fudge)

Cookies and cream fudge piece close up bitten showing the chocolate Oreo cookies inside. — Image Credit: On My Kid’s Plate

This Oreo fudge is basically cookies and cream in its coziest form. The base is creamy and sweet, with big chunks of Oreos mixed in so every bite tastes like your favorite cookie. It’s easy to make, fun and a little addictive! Get the full recipe → OREO FUDGE RECIPE

6. Chocolate Peanut Butter Buckeyes

Wide view of buckeyes candies piled high. — Image Credit: On My Kid’s Plate

Chocolate and peanut butter lovers, this one’s for you! These bite-sized buckeyes are easy to make round peanut butter fudge dipped in chocolate, and they’re so delicious you won’t be able to stop at one. Famous in the midwest, you will love every creamy bite! Get the full recipe → BUCKEYES RECIPE

7. Sugar Cookie Fudge

sugar cookie fudge with holiday sprinkles stacked high on a plate — Image Credit: On My Kid’s Plate

If you crave that soft sugar cookie flavor, this fudge hits all the right notes. It’s smooth, sweet, and the sprinkles on top make it look like pure holiday cheer. Kid helpers love making it, and it’s the kind of treat that vanishes quickly at family parties or school events. Get the full recipe → SUGAR COOKIE FUDGE RECIPE

8. Buckeye Pretzel Bites

Pretzel buckeye bites with peanut butter fudge sandwiched between pretzels dipped halfway in chocolate piled high on a plate. — Image Credit: On My Kid’s Plate

Fans of peanut butter and chocolate buckeyes will love the sweet and salty combo if these buckeye pretzel bites! Peanut butter fudge is sandwiched between two pretzels and then topped with chocolate for the perfect sweet and salty combo! Get the full recipe → BUCKEYE PRETZEL BITES RECIPE

9. Caramel Fudge

Glass jar from above filled with square pieces of caramel fudge. — *Image Credit: Kylee Cooks*

The best part of this caramel fudge isn’t making it, it’s that first bite. It’s soft, sweet, and has that deep caramel flavor that feels almost nostalgic. It’s simple to put together, but it tastes like something you’d bring out when company comes over and pretend you totally planned ahead. Get the full recipe → CARAMEL FUDGE RECIPE

10. Red Velvet Fudge

Four red velvet fudge pieces topped with white frosting and red sprinkles on a white plate. — **Image Credit:** Fun Money Mom

Red velvet always feels a little special during the holidays, and this fudge leans right into that. It has that subtle cocoa flavor and creamy texture you expect, but the red-and-white layers make it look like it belongs at a holiday party. No complicated steps, no stress, just a pretty dessert that makes the table look more festive without effort. Get the full recipe → RED VELVET FUDGE RECIPE

11. Grinch Fudge

Three stacked green Grinch fudge squares with light green icing drizzles and red heart sprinkles on a plate. — Image Credit: Balancing Motherhood

This Grinch fudge just makes people grin the second they see it. That bright green color, the sweet chocolate flavor, and the cute little heart on top all come together like something straight out of Whoville. Get the full recipe → GRINCH FUDGE RECIPE

12. Christmas Fudge

A hand holds a square of red and white sprinkles topped in sprinkles. — Image Credit: To Simply Inspire

This swirled Christmas fudge delivers big holiday vibes without asking much from you. The bright red and white ribbons and sprinkle finish make it look like something you picked up from a bakery, but the recipe itself is super manageable. It’s a great make-ahead treat for parties, gift boxes, or anyone who loves classic holiday sweets. Get the full recipe → CHRISTMAS FUDGE RECIPE

13. Gumdrop Fudge

Close-up of white fudge pieces full of red and green gumdrops. — Image Credit: Crayons and Cravings

This gumdrop fudge feels like something straight out of an old-school holiday candy tin. The creamy fudge base is sweet and simple, and the chewy gumdrop pieces give you that fun pop of color in every slice. It’s one of those treats kids get ridiculously excited about because it looks as cheerful as it tastes. Get the full recipe → GUMDROP FUDGE RECIPE

14. Coca-Cola Fudge

Two pieces of chocolate coca cola nut fudge stacked on each other, topped with walnut pieces. — *Image Credit: Balancing Motherhood*

If you want a holiday treat that gets people talking, Coca-Cola fudge is it. The creamy base picks up that classic cola flavor in the coolest way, and everyone who tries it ends up asking, “Wait… this is really made with soda?” It’s a great make-ahead treat and a fun one to whip up with kids during the holiday break. Get the full recipe → COCA- COLA FUDGE RECIPE

15. Butterbeer Fudge

Close-up of a two-layered butterbeer fudge square on a red-striped plate. — *Image Credit: Fun Money Mom*

If you’ve ever wished you could grab a treat from Honeydukes, this butterbeer fudge is the next best thing. It’s sweet and creamy with that cozy butterscotch flavor everyone loves, and it feels like a little nod to the wizarding world without any complicated steps. Perfect for Harry Potter fans or anyone who loves a fun holiday fudge. Get the full recipe → BUTTERBEER FUDGE RECIPE

16. Easy Cranberry Fudge

Pieces of white chocolate cranberry fudge stacked on a plate. — *Image Credit: She Saved*

Cranberry might not be the first flavor you think of for fudge, but trust me, it totally works! The white chocolate keeps everything smooth and sweet, and the cranberry adds just enough tang to make it interesting. It’s an easy recipe for little helpers and a fun one to bring when you want something a little different on the holiday dessert spread. Get the full recipe → CRANBERRY FUDGE RECIPE

17. Funfetti Fudge

Colorful funfetti sprinkle fudge cut in pieces in cupcake liners. — *Image Credit: Wonder Mom Wannabe*

This funfetti fudge is packed with colorful sprinkles and tons of sweetness! Perfect for any occasion, it’s an easy and playful treat that even kids can help make. It’s guaranteed to bring joy to your holiday celebrations. Get the full recipe → FUNFETTI FUDGE RECIPE

If you try any of these Christmas fudge recipes, let me know which one becomes the new family favorite. They’re simple, festive, and so fun to share during the holidays.