Peanut Butter Fudge Recipe

Peanut butter fudge is sweet, creamy, and dangerously easy to make. You don’t need special tools, degrees in pastry arts, or a contract with a dessert wizard. Just a pot, a spoon, and some self-control (optional). This is the kind of recipe that makes people think you tried really hard, but actually, you didn’t.

Prep Time

10 minutes prep
2 hours to set

Nutrition Information (per piece, approx. 1-inch square)

Calories: 120
Fat: 6g
Carbs: 15g
Sugar: 13g
Protein: 2g

Ingredients

2 cups granulated sugar
½ cup milk (whole milk or heavy cream works best)
1 cup peanut butter (smooth, not the one that separates and makes you stir for 20 minutes)
1 tsp vanilla extract
¼ cup unsalted butter

How To Make Peanut Butter Fudge

1. Place sugar and milk in a medium saucepan. Stir to mix.
2. Turn the heat to medium and bring to a boil. Stir constantly.
3. Let it boil for about 2–3 minutes. Don’t walk away unless you like cleaning burnt sugar off your stove.
4. Remove from heat. Immediately stir in butter and peanut butter. Mix until smooth.
5. Add vanilla. Stir again. Act fast , fudge does not wait.
6. Pour the mixture into a greased 8×8 inch pan or one lined with parchment paper.
7. Smooth the top with a spoon. It doesn’t have to be perfect. It’s fudge, not wallpaper.
8. Let it cool at room temperature for 1–2 hours. You can refrigerate to speed it up, but then you’ll have cold fudge. That’s fine too.

Cut and Store

Once firm, cut into squares. Store in an airtight container. It stays fresh for a week, but let’s be honest , it won’t last that long.

Warning:

This fudge disappears faster than socks in a dryer. If you plan to share, make a double batch. Or hide it. Your call.

Final Tip

If people ask for the recipe, lie and say it’s a family secret. Then wink.

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Peanut Butter Fudge

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Additional Time: 2 hours

Total Time: 2 hours 10 minutes

Creamy, dreamy Peanut Butter Fudge—so rich it melts on your tongue with every buttery-sweet bite! Packed with nutty goodness, this irresistible treat has the perfect balance of smooth velvet and just a little crumble.

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Ingredients

• 2 cups granulated sugar
• ½ cup milk (whole milk or heavy cream works best)
• 1 cup peanut butter (smooth, not the one that separates and makes you stir for 20 minutes)
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• ¼ cup unsalted butter

Instructions

1. Mix sugar and milk in a saucepan.
2. Boil on medium heat, stirring constantly.
3. Keep boiling for 2–3 mins—don’t walk away!
4. Remove from heat, stir in butter and peanut butter until smooth.
5. Add vanilla, mix quickly—fudge sets fast!
6. Pour into a greased 8x8 pan (or lined with parchment).
7. Smooth the top—no need for perfection.
8. Let cool 1–2 hours (or fridge for faster cooling).

Enjoy your delicious fudge! 🍫

Notes

• Cut into squares once firm.
• Store airtight for up to a week—though good luck keeping it that long! 😉
  

Nutrition Information:

Yield: 36 Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving:Calories: 120Total Fat: 6gCarbohydrates: 15gSugar: 13gProtein: 2g