Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of making Easy Peanut Butter Fudge! This creamy, rich treat requires only four simple ingredients and just 10 minutes of prep time. Perfect for any occasion—from holiday gatherings to cozy family nights—this fudge is a crowd-pleaser that’s sure to satisfy your sweet tooth. With its smooth texture and nutty flavor, it’s easy to customize with your favorite mix-ins or toppings. Whether served at parties or wrapped as gifts, this fudge promises to be a hit. Dive into the joy of creating your own homemade candy that everyone will love!
Ingredients
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- 1¼ cups unsalted butter
- 1¼ cups creamy peanut butter
- Pinch salt
- 1½ teaspoons vanilla extract
- 4½ cups powdered sugar (sifted)
Instructions
- Prepare an 8-inch non-stick baking dish by buttering it or lining it with buttered parchment paper.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the unsalted butter and creamy peanut butter, stirring continuously until the mixture boils. Remove from heat.
- Stir in a pinch of salt and vanilla extract. Gradually mix in sifted powdered sugar until smooth with no lumps.
- Pour the fudge mixture into the prepared pan, smoothing out the top with a spatula. Cover with plastic wrap to prevent drying out and refrigerate for at least one hour until set.
- Once set, cut into squares and serve immediately or store leftovers in an airtight container.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 35mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg