Description
This Easy Peanut Butter Fudge is a no-bake treat made with just four pantry staples. Rich, creamy, and ready in minutes, it's perfect for holidays, gifts, or satisfying a quick sweet craving.
Ingredients
2 cups creamy peanut butter
1 cup unsalted butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 3/4 cups powdered sugar
Instructions
- Line an 8x8-inch square baking dish with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
- In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine the peanut butter and butter.
- Microwave the mixture on high for 2 minutes, stir well, then microwave for another 2 minutes until smooth and fully melted.
- Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing until fully incorporated and thick.
- Spread the fudge into the prepared dish and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or until set.
- Once firm, cut into squares and store in an airtight container in the fridge.
Notes
Swirl in melted chocolate for a chocolate-peanut butter twist.
Mix in chopped peanuts or mini chocolate chips for added texture.
Use crunchy peanut butter for a bit of crunch.
Top with crushed candy canes or sprinkles for a festive touch.
Substitute almond or sunflower seed butter for a peanut-free version.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
