Peanut Butter Fudge
This easy peanut butter fudge requires just four ingredients and one pot, ready in ten minutes. It’s a quick, creamy treat perfect for any occasion without the need for special tools.
Equipment
- 1 medium pot
- 1 8-inch square pan or 9-inch pan for thinner pieces
Ingredients
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter 250g
- 1 cup unsalted butter 226g
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3 cups powdered sugar sifted (360g)
Instructions
- Lightly grease an 8-inch square baking dish with butter and line it with parchment paper or aluminum foil.
- Combine peanut butter and unsalted butter in a medium saucepan and heat over medium, stirring occasionally until boiling.
- Remove from heat and stir in powdered sugar and vanilla extract until smooth and lump-free. Optionally, add ¼ teaspoon salt.
- Pour mixture into prepared pan and spread evenly with a spatula.
- Allow to cool at room temperature or refrigerate until set, about 1 hour.
- Lift fudge out using parchment paper and cut into 1-inch squares.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week or refrigerate for up to 1 month.
Notes
- Use a 9-inch square pan for thinner fudge pieces.
- Cut 1.5-inch squares if using a larger pan.
- Store chilled or at room temperature in airtight container.