Description
This creamy Peanut Butter Fudge is rich, smooth, and melts in your mouth! Made with just 4 simple ingredients, it’s an easy, no-bake treat that comes together in minutes. Perfect for holidays, gifts, or satisfying your sweet tooth!
Ingredients
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- ½ cup milk (whole milk or evaporated milk)
- 1 cup peanut butter (smooth, not natural)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional Mix-Ins & Toppings:
- ½ cup chopped peanuts (for crunch)
- ½ cup melted chocolate chips (for peanut butter-chocolate swirl)
- Flaky sea salt (for a sweet-salty contrast)
Instructions
Prepare the Pan:
- Line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper or lightly grease it with butter.
Heat Sugar & Milk:
- In a medium saucepan, combine sugar and milk over medium heat.
- Stir constantly until the mixture comes to a rolling boil.
- Let it boil for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add Peanut Butter & Vanilla:
- Remove from heat and immediately stir in peanut butter and vanilla extract.
- Mix until smooth and fully combined.
Pour & Set:
- Quickly pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish.
- Spread evenly with a spatula and let it sit at room temperature for 30 minutes.
- Refrigerate for at least 1 hour until firm.
Slice & Enjoy:
- Once set, lift the fudge out using the parchment paper.
- Cut into small squares and serve!
Notes
Use smooth peanut butter – Avoid natural peanut butter, as it can separate.
Work quickly – The mixture sets fast, so be ready to pour immediately.
Boil for at least 2 minutes – This ensures a smooth, creamy texture.
Store properly – Keep in an airtight container at room temperature for 1 week or refrigerate for up to 2 weeks.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
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