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Peanut Butter Fudge

Creamy Peanut Butter Fudge That Melts in Your Mouth

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This creamy peanut butter fudge melts in your mouth and is perfect for satisfying sweet cravings or impressing friends.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 16 squares
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 100

Ingredients
  

For the Fudge
  • 1 cup Peanut Butter Can substitute with almond or sunflower seed butter for nut-free option.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Consider coconut oil for a dairy-free variant.
  • 2 cups Icing Sugar Swap with powdered erythritol or stevia for a low-carb choice.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract No substitutions recommended.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Optional for balance.
For Storage
  • 1 Airtight Container Storage To keep your peanut butter fudge fresh.

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • 8-inch Square Baking Dish
  • Spatula
  • cutting board
  • sharp knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Baking Dish by lightly greasing an 8-inch square baking dish. Line with parchment paper or foil for easy removal later.
  2. Melt the Peanut Butter and Butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat, stirring occasionally until both melt into a smooth mixture (about 3 to 5 minutes).
  3. Incorporate the Sweetness by removing from heat and stirring in the icing sugar and vanilla extract until smooth. Optionally add a pinch of salt.
  4. Pour into the Prepared Dish, carefully spreading the mixture evenly to create a silky surface.
  5. Allow to Cool and Set for about an hour at room temperature or 30 to 60 minutes in the refrigerator.
  6. Cut and Serve using parchment overhang to lift the fudge out of the dish and slice into 1-inch squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1squareCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 75mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For best texture, let the fudge set in the fridge. Store in an airtight container for up to a week at room temperature or a month in the fridge.

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