Mint Oreo Fudge

This smooth & creamy Mint Oreo Fudge is bursting with cool mint flavor and chunks of mint Oreo cookies! This fudge recipe is a Christmas classic that has all the flavors of winter in a super creamy and soft fudge that requires no candy thermometer.

For a classic Oreo cookie version be sure and also make my Oreo Fudge.

Mint Oreo Fudge Recipe

One of the best things in life has got to be Mint Oreo cookies. This Mint Oreo Fudge is loaded, or actually stuffed full, of cool mint flavor thanks to those totally addicting mint Oreo cookies. 

If I am going to make fudge then it has got to be super creamy, smooth, and loaded with chunks of good stuff. This fudge uses marshmallow fluff, heavy cream, white chocolate chips to make it really smooth and then a touch of mint extract is added in to really give it that strong and cool mint flavor. 

Lucky for you (and me!) this fudge can be made year-round! And if mint + chocolate is your thing then be sure and also make my Andes Mint Hot Chocolate, Andes Mint Cookie Brownies, and these Mint Chocolate Cupcakes. 

Ingredients Needed

• White Chocolate Chips - For best taste and smooth melt, be sure and use a good quality/brand of white chocolate chips like Ghiradelli or Guittard brand. The Nestle or Hershey's brand are vanilla flavored which is not ideal in this fudge. But of course, if that's what you can find then they will work just fine. 
• Marshmallow Fluff - This stuff is sticky to work with so be prepared!
• Butter - I use salted butter but unsalted can be used if that's what you prefer. 
• Granulated Sugar
• Heavy Cream
• Salt - You can omit this if wanted. I like the little addition of salt to balance the sweetness. 
• Mint Extract
• Oreo Mint Cookies - You will want to give the cookies a rough chop. Don't crush them into fine crumbs or else the fudge will turn black from the cookie crumbs. Keep them in larger pieces.

How To Make Fudge with Mint Oreos

Learn how to make this mint fudge with Mint Oreo cookies by following the easy steps below. Be sure and read to the bottom of this post where there is a detailed recipe card with all my tips, a printable recipe option, and a pin it button so you can save this fudge recipe for later. 

• Prep : Line a 9x9-inch baking dish with parchment paper. Spray it very lightly with cooking spray. Set aside. 
• Mixing Bowl : Add the marshmallow fluff and white chocolate chips into a large, heat-safe, mixing bowl. I use a large glass Pyrex bowl for this. Set aside for later. 
• Stove Top : In a medium saucepan, over medium heat, add the butter, sugar, heavy cream, and salt. Bring to a boil. Once boiling, set the timer for 5 minutes and let it cook while stirring occasionally. Do not mess with the heat at all. Turn it to medium heat and leave it there until you remove the saucepan from the stove.
• Fudge : Pour the hot mixture into the bowl of marshmallow fluff + white chocolate chips. Let it sit for 2 minutes. Add the mint extract after the 2 minutes but before mixing. Use a hand mixer, or a wooden spoon, mix it together until it's completely combined and smooth. Stir in the chopped Oreo cookies, making sure to reserve about ½ cup for the top of the fudge. 
• Pan : Pour the fudge into the prepared pan and sprinkle the reserved mint Oreo cookies on top.
• Fridge : Loosely cover the pan with plastic wrap and let it refrigerate for 6-8 hours or until it's firm. 

Mint Oreo Fudge FAQ's

• How To Store Fudge

  • Store this fudge inside the fridge for up to 2 weeks. 
  • I prefer this fudge after it has been in the fridge for at least 24 hours. As it sits in the fridge, the fudge becomes less sweet and the flavors really have time to meld together and it's really good! 
  • As the fudge sits out at room temperature, either for a party or serving, it will soften. Which may be good is you prefer the fudge to be softer when you eat it. Either way works!

• Substitution & Variation Ideas

  • There are not really any substitutions for this recipe that I would recommend. However, there are a few ways to switch it up if you want to make something different. 
    • Oreos : Use the classic Oreo cookies, chocolate Oreo cookies, or even the peppermint bark Oreo cookies. If using the peppermint bark cookies, I would recommend using peppermint extract instead of mint extract. If using the classic oreo cookies or chocolate once, try using vanilla extract or just omitting the extract all together. 
    • Chocolate Chips : For a chocolate base use milk chocolate chips or semi-sweet chocolate chips instead of white. 
    • Butter : Salted butter or unsalted butter can be used in this recipe. I prefer salted to help balance out all the sweetness. 

• Can I Freeze Fudge?

  • Yes you can! You will want to wrap it properly to prevent freezer burn and to help it last longer in the freezer. 
  • Wrap the fudge in plastic wrap first and then do a double wrap of foil. Place the wrapped fudge inside a freezer-safe Ziploc bag and freeze for up to 3 months. When ready to eat, let it thaw in the fridge or leave a piece at room temperature and it will soften/thaw pretty quickly. 

• Serving Suggestions

  • I prefer this fudge eaten chilled from the fridge. The fudge also gets less sweet, and the flavors combine better, after it's been in the fridge for at least 24 hours. It's the perfect make-ahead treat because it does really well stored in the fridge and I think it tastes better and better the longer it's in there. 
  • As the fudge sits out at room temperature it will soften slightly. I would recommend not leaving it out for too long. Or if you prefer a softer fudge then serve it at room temperature when it's had time to soften. 

Recipe Tips

Here are a few of my helpful tips so that you can have success recreating this fudge in your own kitchen ♥

• Good Quality White Chocolate Chips : I highly recommend using the Ghiradelli brand or Guittard brand of white chocolate chips for this recipe. They have a rich & real white chocolate flavor and they melt really smoothly. The store brand, Hershey's brand, and Nestle brand are vanilla flavored so the flavor is a bit different. But if that's all you can find the use them! They will work just fine. 
• Mint Oreos : Make sure to keep the cookies in large chunks rather than finely ground crumbs. You want the larger cookie pieces through out and if you chop them up too much, the cookies will turn the fudge a black color instead of the pretty green mint color. 
• Set a Timer : Because this fudge recipe requires no candy thermometer it's very important to set a timer for that 5 minute boil time. It needs to be exactly 5 minutes! Use your phone, ask Alexa or Siri to set a timer, use an old-fashioned kitchen timer 😉, or the clock even. Just anything!
• Hand Mixer : You don't have to use an electric hand mixer to blend all the fudge ingredients together but it is much easier with one. You could also just use a wooden spoon or rubber spatula, and lots of arm strength to mix it well. I prefer the hand mixer. You can even use a kitchen aid stand mixer. Just put the marshmallow fluff + white chocolate chips into the bowl of a stand mixer and use the paddle attachment to mix it all together after the 2 minutes. 
• 2 Minute Time : Don't skip this. The white chocolate chips and fluff need time to soften so everything can mix smoothly together. 

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