This easy Andes Mint Chocolate Fudge uses just a few ingredients and can be made entirely in the microwave. It’s made with mint extract and Andes creme de menthe chocolate to achieve maximum mint flavor. It’s also virtually foolproof, takes just minutes to prepare, and is dangerously delicious.
If you’re on a fudge kick, be sure to try our Easy Chocolate Fudge, Reese’s Peanut Butter Fudge and our Animal Cookie Fudge.
Mint Chocolate Fudge Recipe
Mint chocolate fudge is my family’s favorite fudge recipe to make throughout the year. It works for the holidays, St Patrick’s Day, wedding showers, gifts, and even just as a simple sweet treat. Best of all, it requires no thermometer and can be made entirely in the microwave!
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The flavor of the Andes chocolate gets a tiny boost of mint flavor by adding a touch of mint extract. And thanks to the sweetened condensed milk, it’s ultra-creamy without being overly rich.
I like to reserve a handful of chopped Andes mints to top the fudge with, but you could also top with anything from toasted nuts to crushed peppermints or even toffee. Get creative, and let me know what you liked!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Andes Mints give it serious mint-chocolate flavor. The fudge uses Andes Creme de Menthe chocolates plus mint extract, so the mint flavor comes through clearly instead of getting lost in the chocolate.
- Sweetened condensed milk makes it ultra-creamy and practically foolproof. There’s no candy thermometer or tricky candy-making technique required, and the fudge sets up rich and smooth without feeling overly heavy.
- It takes just minutes to make in the microwave. Simply melt, stir, spread into a pan, and chill. Chopped Andes Mints sprinkled over the top add extra texture and make it look festive enough for holiday gifting.
Ingredients You Will Need
- Sweetened Condensed Milk – this gives the fudge some of its sweetness and creaminess. Be sure you are not using evaporated milk as they are entirely different ingredients and evaporated milk will not work.
- Andes Mints – you can find these at the store or online. If you want, you could also substitute with milk or even white chocolate.
- Butter – you want to use unsalted butter.
- Mint Extract – any type of mint extract will work. It gives a major boost to the mint flavor.
How to Make Mint Chocolate Fudge
- Melt the ingredients. Combine the sweetened condensed milk, Andes Mints, and butter in a microwave-safe bowl, reserving ½ cup of mints for topping. Microwave for 1 minute, stir, then continue heating in 30-second intervals until melted and smooth.
- Add mint and chill. Stir in the mint extract, then pour into a parchment-lined 9″ x 9″ pan. Sprinkle with the reserved Andes Mints and refrigerate for 2–4 hours, or overnight.
- Cut and serve. Cut into 1″ cubes and serve. Store refrigerated for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
Recipe Variations
Explore new flavors and textures with these easy recipe variations. Let us know which mint fudge recipes you liked!
- Mint Oreo: Crush mint-flavored Oreo cookies and fold them into your fudge mixture. The cookie bits add a delightful crunch and an extra layer of minty goodness to your chocolate fudge.
- Nuts: Top with chopped toasted nuts (pistachios, walnuts, macadamia nuts, almonds)
- Mint Toffee: Sprinkle toffee bits over the top before putting into the fridge.
- Coconut Mint: Stir toasted coconut flakes into the fudge before pouring into the pan to set up.
- Mint Chocolate Chip: Instead of Andes Mints, use mint chocolate chips, white chocolate chips, semi sweet chocolate chips or a combination of all three. You could even try to use peanut butter chips to make peanut butter fudge!
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes – just place the sweetened condensed milk into a small sauce pot and heat over medium heat until bubbling. Be sure to stir constantly with a wooden spoon or rubber spatula so that it does not burn. Once bubbling, turn off the heat and add the chocolate chips.
Stir until completely melted, then add in the flavoring extract and transfer to your prepared pan.
Homemade Fudge lasts for quite a while since all of the ingredients are very shelf-stable. You can store up to 5 days at room temperature, a month in the fridge or 3 months in the freezer.
Yes! It freezes great. We suggest cutting into cubes, then freezing flat on a sheet tray for at least 30 minutes. Once chilled, transfer to an airtight container or freezer bags and store for up to 3 months.
No! It does not work – you must make this chocolate fudge with condensed milk.
Storing Fudge
- Room Temperature: store in an airtight container for up to 5 days at room temperature.
- Refrigerator: store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 month.
- Freezer: store frozen, either in freezer bags or an airtight container, for up to 3 months.
Chocolate Mint Fudge Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 14-ounce can sweetened condensed milk
- 1 cup milk chocolate chips, or semi sweet
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups Andes mint candies, (divided)
Instructions
- Line a 9" x 9" or 8" x 8" square pan with parchment paper and set aside.
- In a large microwave-safe bowl, add the sweetened condensed milk and microwave on high for 1 minute, or until bubbling. Remove from the microwave and add in the chocolate chips and 1 cup of Andes mints. Stir until smooth.
- If the chocolate chips aren't fully melted, heat in microwave again for 20 seconds and stir until all the chips are melted and the mixture is completely smooth.
- Once smooth, add the vanilla extract, stir, and pour into the prepared pan. Chop the remaining cup of Andes Mints, then sprinkle over the top of the fudge.
- Refrigerate until set, or at least 1 hour. To cut the fudge, fill a tall cup with hot water and place a sharp knife into warm water. Wipe the blade dry before cutting, then cut into 1" squares, wiping the blade frequently between cuts.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days, for the fridge for up to 1 month. Enjoy!
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This Chocolate Mint Fudge recipe is fool-proof, takes just minutes to prepare and is dangerously delicious. It’s made with both Andes Creme de Menthe chocolates and mint extract to achieve maximum mint flavor.
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Chocolate and mint are match-made in heaven. I’m making this fudge for Christmas, for sure. Yum!
Andes are my favorite chocolate ever so anything that includes them has GOT to be delicious! Trying this fudge out for the holidays, can’t resist it!