Description
This Easiest Peanut Butter Fudge recipe is a quick and simple no-bake dessert that combines creamy peanut butter, butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract to create a rich, smooth, and irresistibly sweet treat. Perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth with minimal effort and ingredients.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 3/4 cups powdered sugar
Instructions
- Prepare the Pan: Line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper or lightly grease it to ensure the fudge doesn’t stick.
- Melt Butter and Peanut Butter: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter and creamy peanut butter together, stirring continuously until smooth and fully combined.
- Add Vanilla Extract: Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract to blend fully with the melted mixture.
- Incorporate Powdered Sugar: Gradually add the powdered sugar, stirring constantly until the mixture becomes thick, smooth, and well combined without lumps.
- Set the Fudge: Quickly pour the fudge mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly using a spatula.
- Chill: Place the pan in the refrigerator and chill for at least 2 hours or until the fudge is firm enough to cut.
- Serve: Once set, lift the fudge out of the pan using the parchment paper and cut into 36 small squares to serve.
Notes
- Use a sifter for the powdered sugar to avoid lumps in the mixture.
- For added texture, use chunky peanut butter or mix in crushed peanuts before setting the fudge.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week or freeze for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
