Rich chocolate layered with sweet and crunchy peppermint is the perfect combination for a winter day.

Ingredients

STEP 1:

• 1 bag #2717 Sweet Selections^® Base Fudge Mix
• 10oz. water
• 2 sticks butter (1/2 lb.)
• 3 cups crushed peppermints

STEP 2:

• 1 bag #2715 Sweet Selections^® Chocolate Fudge Mix
• 12oz. water
• 4 sticks butter (1 lb.)

Directions

• Turn on the fudge cooker.
• Add 10oz. water and 2 sticks butter to kettle; let stir until melted.
• Slowly add one 7 lb. bag of #2717 Sweet Selections^® Base Fudge Mix and crushed peppermints.
• If mix is too dry, add more water, an ounce at a time. Let stir until the mix is smooth and shiny, about 160ºF.
• Split the mixture between two 13x9x2 parchment-lined pans and spread evenly.
• Quickly steam clean the kettle.
• Add 4 sticks of butter and 12oz. of water to the remaining mixture in the kettle and let stir until butter is melted.
• Slowly add one 7 lb. bag of Sweet Selections^® Chocolate Fudge Mix.
• If mix is too dry, add more water, an ounce at a time. Let stir until the mix is smooth and shiny, about 160ºF.
• Split the mixture between the two half-filled pans evenly.
• Top with additional crushed peppermints if desired.
• Let set up and cool for 8 hours or overnight.
• Slice and serve.
• Store in an airtight containter at room temperature.