Description
Easy Peanut Butter Fudge is a quick, creamy, and delicious treat combining rich peanut butter with sweetened condensed milk and powdered sugar, resulting in a smooth, melt-in-your-mouth dessert perfect for snacking, gifting, or sharing. Ready in under 10 minutes and requiring simple pantry ingredients, this versatile fudge can be customized for various dietary preferences and flavor twists.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 3 1/2 to 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare Your Pan: Line an 8×8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it to ensure your fudge will release easily once set.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt the butter and peanut butter together, stirring until smooth and fully combined. Remove from the heat and mix in the vanilla extract.
- Mix in Sweet Elements: Gradually add the sweetened condensed milk and powdered sugar to the peanut butter mixture, stirring constantly to avoid lumps and creating a smooth, thick batter. Add salt if using.
- Pour and Set: Transfer the mixture to your prepared pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or until firm.
- Slice and Enjoy: Once set, lift the fudge from the pan using the parchment paper and cut it into small squares. Serve immediately or store properly for later indulgence.
Notes
- Use room temperature ingredients to ensure smoother mixing and prevent lumps.
- Don’t skip chilling; proper refrigeration is key for the fudge to set perfectly and hold its shape.
- Stir constantly while melting ingredients to avoid burning and ensure even texture.
- Adjust sweetness by tasting the mixture before setting and adding more powdered sugar if desired.
- Use high-quality, natural creamy peanut butter for best flavor and texture.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 small square (approx. 20g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
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