Description

This classic Peanut Butter Fudge recipe delivers a rich, creamy, and sweet treat perfect for peanut butter lovers. Made with just a few simple ingredients and minimal prep time, this fudge sets up quickly and can be stored for up to a month. It’s an easy no-bake confection that melts in your mouth, combining the smoothness of peanut butter and butter with the sweetness of powdered sugar and vanilla.

Ingredients

Scale

Fudge Ingredients

1 cup creamy peanut butter (250g)
1 cup unsalted butter (226g)
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
3 cups powdered sugar, sifted (360g)
Optional: ¼ teaspoon salt

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Instructions

Prepare baking dish: Lightly grease an 8-inch square baking dish with butter and line it with parchment paper or aluminum foil for easy removal of the fudge after setting.
Melt peanut butter and butter: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine peanut butter and unsalted butter. Stir occasionally and bring the mixture to a boil, ensuring it is fully melted and well combined.
Add powdered sugar and vanilla: Remove the saucepan from heat once boiling. Stir in sifted powdered sugar and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and free of lumps. Add salt if desired for flavor balance.
Pour and set fudge: Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly with a spatula. Allow it to cool at room temperature for several hours or refrigerate for about 1 hour until fully set.
Cut and store: Once set, lift the fudge out of the pan using the parchment paper. Cut into 1-inch squares. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week, or refrigerate for up to 1 month.

Notes

Use creamy peanut butter for a smooth fudge texture.
Sifting the powdered sugar helps avoid lumps in the fudge.
For a slightly salty-sweet flavor, add ¼ teaspoon of salt when mixing the sugar with the peanut butter and butter.
Line the baking dish with parchment paper or foil for easy removal and cleaner edges.
Store fudge in an airtight container to maintain texture and freshness.
Allow fudge to come to room temperature before cutting for cleaner slices.