Grinch fudge has to feature on your list of things to make this Christmas season. Sweet, green, and decorated for the holiday, it's a fitting dessert after you carve the roast beast. Just one bite, and even a grinch might see their heart grow a few sizes!
The Best Grinch Fudge Recipe
There is nothing more special than creating family traditions, so if you are trying to create traditions or add to your existing ones, be sure to add this green Grinch fudge to your list.
I love doing meaningful things around this time of year, and the Grinch definitely has some great core messages for both young and old to be reminded of. Like love and connection are more meaningful than material things and joy is about who you have, and people just want to be seen and included.
This time of the year is definitely about ignoring your calorie intake and absorbing the Christmas cheer. So take a look at our wide selection of Gluten Free Christmas Recipes. Any of them work well for a Grinch movie night!
Why You’ll Love This Fun Grinch Fudge Recipe
It's rich and creamy - It's that creamy green fudge that melts in your mouth that you can't get enough of.
Simple to make - This simple fudge is actually easy to make and a fun activity to do with your kids. Especially the decorating part.
Great edible gift - If you're stuck with what to give for the festive season, edible gifts work so well, as it is a time filled with get-togethers and a welcome gift.
Ingredients In Gluten-Free Grinch Christmas Fudge
This fudge is easy to make with simple ingredients.
- Granulated sugar - I use white sugar. This is for sweetness and also makes the fudge nice and smooth.
- Marshmallow fluff - This is used as a stabilizer so the fudge doesn't go grainy. You will get that nice creamy consistency.
- Gluten-free white chocolate chips - This is for flavor and helps the fudge set.
- Butter - Prevents it from crystallizing and gives that nice mouthfeel we all love.
- Evaporated milk - Adds moisture.
- Vanilla extract - This is for extra flavoring.
- Green food coloring - It can't be called Grinch fudge without those beautiful drops of green food coloring giving it a green hue. You can use as much or as little as you like to achieve the shade of green you like. The FDA has recently reviewed food colors and, in its bid to Make America Healthy Again campaign, they are introducing three new natural color additives. So if this is your type of thing, matcha or spirulina can also make that green hue.
- Sprinkles (optional) - You can use any type of sprinkles on top of the fudge. I like to make the pieces of fudge square-shaped and add big red hearts representing the grinch’s heart.
Note that you can also add a pinch of salt on top. I usually do this if I'm making the bites extra small. They're very rich, and the sea salt brings out the sweetness even more.
Equipment Needed
This recipe requires a 9x13-inch cake pan. You can use a square baking pan (square baking dish) if you want them to be slightly bigger chunks. Depending on what pan you use, you may need to line it with parchment paper or wax paper.
A saucepan and a candy thermometer are useful. But this fudge is very forgiving, so if you don't have one, don't worry about it. You don’t need the classic “soft ball stage” test for this fudge. The marshmallow fluff makes sure you get a perfectly smooth set every time, making it a great beginner recipe.
Use a clean sharp knife or a Christmas tree cutter to make any shape you desire.
How To Make This Grinch Fudge
Fudge is actually a lot easier to make than you think. Take a look at this process shot on how to make it. The consistency is key.
First, grease a 9 x 13 pan. Then, melt the butter with evaporated milk. Add sugar and keep stirring! You'll know it's ready for the next step when the sugar dissolves.
Once you aren't seeing sugar crystals, lower the heat and stir in the white chocolate and vanilla extract. Keep stirring even when you remove it from the heat.
At this point, stir in the marshmallow cream until it is entirely incorporated. Then, add the food coloring. You can briefly add back onto a heat source if it gets too thick too fast.
Put the mixture into the prepared baking dish and cool for about an hour. Then, it's time to cut them into Christmas-tree triangles, circular ornaments, or little Grinch hearts (and decorate)!
Tips For Making The Grinch Fudge
Here are a few tips for this easy no-fail fudge recipe.
- Stir - Stir as directed in the recipe card. You don't want to burn the fudge.
- Use a good quality chocolate - Cheap chips tend to seize and don't melt smoothly.
- Work quickly - Once the marshmallow hits, have your food coloring or gel ready, as it starts to set.
- Let it cool - Let the fudge cool for an hour. Two is best, so you get clean edges if it's for holiday gifts.
- Dip knife in hot water - For the perfect slices, heat your knife, dry it off, and slice.
- Make them for Christmas parties - They're too good not to share.
Other Christmas Favorites
With the festive season around the corner, here are a few edible gifts and festive things you can make for friends, colleagues, teachers, and family.
- These are our favorite gluten-free Christmas cookies. A personal favorite is the gingerbread men, especially when the children were younger.
- They are now into making the Gluten-Free Gingerbread Recipe, which is quite the construction project. Get out all those canned goods to help the house set. And don't leave it for the dogs to reach.
- If you're short on time, this Crockpot Christmas Crack is a winner with minimal time and effort. We make it for other holidays too!
What Is Grinch Fudge?
Grinch fudge is regular fudge that has green food coloring or gel added to it. It then makes that green hue we associate with the movie, The Grinch Stole Christmas. You can also add a red heart which commonly identifies the Grinch.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's The Best Way To Store It?
Store it in an airtight container. I like to place parchment paper between the fudge so they don't stick together.
Can I Freeze This Grinch Fudge?
Yes, it freezes really well, so you can make these edible gifts ahead of the crazy busy season. Wrap them in plastic wrap and freeze them for up to 3 months. Take them out of the freezer and bring them to room temperature.
How Long Does It Keep?
At room temperature, it keeps for 1-2 weeks. If you place it in the refrigerator, it can be up to 3 weeks.
How Do You Make Grinch Fudge?
Follow our detailed recipe in the recipe card when you want this sweet treat.
Why Is It Called Grinch Fudge?
As it is green like the Grinch, and it's as sweet as his heart at the end of the movie.
Grinch Fudge
This gluten-free Grinch fudge has a rich green hue and is a favorite edible gift or snack. It's a delightful way to ring in the Christmas season without ribbons or tags!
Ingredients
- 3 cups granulated sugar
- 7.5 oz Marshmallow Fluff
- 9 oz Gluten-Free White Chocolate Chips (that's about one bag)
- ¾ cups butter
- ⅔ cups evaporated milk
- 1 tsp of vanilla extract
- 1 tbs green food coloring (adjust to your preferred hue)
Instructions
- Grease a 9 x 13 pan. Put it aside.
- Melt the butter with evaporated milk, then add sugar. Keep stirring until the sugar dissolves
- Lower the heat and stir in the white chocolate and vanilla extract. Keep stirring.
- Remove from heat. Stir in the marshmallow cream until it is entirely incorporated, then add the food coloring. You can briefly add it back onto a heat source if it gets too thick too fast.
- Put the mixture into the baking pans.
- Cool for about an hour, then slice them into Christmas-tree triangles.
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Nutrition Information:
Yield:
40Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 119Total Fat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gUnsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 32mgCarbohydrates: 18gFiber: 0gSugar: 18gProtein: 1g
This nutrition info is based on the exact ingredients and brands used at the time. It may not be 100% accurate. Please check your ingredients nutrition labels.
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