The crisp flavor of peppermint contrasts with the creaminess of chocolate fudge in Peppermint Crunchies. This confection will leave breathless, but with a chocolaty aftertaste in your mouth!
1/2 cup evaporated milk
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 tablespoon light corn syrup
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1 cup chopped nuts
1/2 cup chopped peppermint candy
1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract
Line a 13 x 9 x 2-inch baking pan with wax paper; set aside.
Combine evaporated milk, sugar and corn syrup in a large saucepan. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Cook for 2 minutes; remove from heat.
Add chocolate chips; stir until melted. Cool for 10 minutes.
Stir in nuts, candy and extract. Drop by tablespoonfuls onto baking sheet. Let stand until firm.
makes 24 pieces.