Christmas Fudge in a cookie-cutter is one of the cutest ways you can gift treats to someone. This is an awesome, but cheap gift idea for neighbors. 
During the holidays we love giving gifts to everyone; neighbors, co-workers, teachers, and friends. As you can imagine, that can really add up, so we get creative. I'm biased, but I think this is one of the cutest ways you can gift treats to someone: fill cookie cutters with homemade fudge! We always use our Marshmallow Cream Fudge recipe for this! It's foolproof. This idea is fun and festive and along with the fudge, your friend gets to keep an adorable Christmas cookie cutter!
No time to make fudge? Print this funny 'Homemade Christmas Fudge' poem. Speaking of Christmas gifts and treats, you might like this list of Super Easy Neighbor Christmas Gifts, and don't miss our insanely popular Cornflake Wreaths. You can check out all of our Christmas ideas on our Christmas page.
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Christmas Fudge Gift
Materials Needed:
- Fudge ingredients
- Holiday Cookie Cutters
- Clear Treat Bags
- Ribbon or Baker's Twine
- Silicone Spatula
- Sprinkles (optional)
How to Make Christmas Fudge:
This is a summary of the steps, the full recipe can be found here.
- Line a cookie sheet with wax paper and set cookie cutters on top.
- [Top left] Mix sugar, butter, and evaporated milk in a large saucepan over medium heat.
- [Top right] Stir to dissolve sugar. Next, bring the mixture to a full boil, stirring constantly for 4 minutes.
- [Bottom Left] Remove pan from heat and stir in chocolate chips.
- Continue stirring until they are completely melted.
- [Bottom right] Add marshmallow creme, vanilla, and nuts (if using.)
- Use a measuring cup with a handle to scoop portions of fudge into each cookie cutter.
- Next, use a silicone spatula to spread the fudge mixture evenly inside the cookie cutter.
- Sprinkle nuts or sprinkles over the top to garnish. (optional)
- Set in the fridge to harden.
Cheap Christmas Gift Idea for Neighbors
When it's time to wrap them, put the Christmas fudge in clear cellophane bags and tie it up with ribbon or bakers twine!
If you make these, please leave a comment and a positive review! They mean a lot to us!
Christmas Fudge Cookie Cutters
Equipment
- Silicone Spatula
Materials
- Marshmallow Cream Fudge ingredients recipe here
- Sprinkles optional
- Cookie cutters
- Wax Paper
- Clear Bags
- Ribbon
Instructions
- Line a cookie sheet with wax paper and place cookie cutters on top.
- Make our easy Marshmallow Cream Fudge recipe up to step 5.
- Instead of pouring the fudge into the pan, use a measuring cup with a handle and scoop portions of fudge into each cookie cutter.
- Use a small rubber spatula to smooth fudge out as necessary, it will be pretty thick and may not get into all the corners without a little coaxing!
- Add sprinkles or nuts over the top to garnish and set in the fridge to harden.
- Once cooled, wrap in clear bags and tie each one with a bow.
You may also love our fun "The Snuggle is Real" blanket gift tags for another easy gift idea.
Happy holiday gift-giving friends!
This post was originally published in December 2013 and has been updated with new photos and more detailed information.
Kim
This is the Best recipe and such a darling way to gift it! I love it!!
Maryline
These are adorable. How far in advance can you make them?
Sarah
I've only done it one or two days in advance! But in general, fudge that is kept in an airtight container at room temperature will last for one to two weeks. Refrigerating fudge can extend its shelf life to two to three weeks. :)
Linda
Looks great!!
Miranda
This is an adorable idea and so easy!
Carrie
Stopping by from Show & Tell - great idea!!!
Allison Ewing-McDonald
I love this, we make fudge ever year to give out. Its a pick and choose who you want to give a plate to. Now everyone gets some fudge. Its not too much or too little.
Alexis Tanner
I love this idea! So simple and a great gift. Just pinned it!
Vanessa Marquiss Barker
what a great idea. I'm thinking this would be perfect for my neighbor gifts this year!
prettyprovidence
Thanks Aimee
Rae Gun
This is such a cute and easy gift idea! love it
prettyprovidence
Thanks girl! I'm all about the cute + easy combo!
aimee
yum, I do love fudge and this is an adorable way to give it out!
flyingpurplehippos.com
Great idea! I love it because I can relate to the feeling bad just giving someone one treat.
prettyprovidence
I'm so glad I'm not the only one! These are always a hit