Peanut Butter Fudge Recipe

Squares of peanut butter fudge on a kitchen counter.

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Peanut Butter Fudge Recipe

Peanut Butter Fudge is rich, creamy, and easy to make with powdered sugar, brown sugar, butter, milk, peanut butter, and vanilla.

Prep Time10

Cook Time5

Chill4

Total Time4 15

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Servings: squares

Author: Kristyn Merkley

Ingredients

3 cups powdered sugar
½ cup butter
2 cups brown sugar
½ cup milk
¾ cup creamy peanut butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

Sift powdered sugar and add to a large mixing bowl, set aside.
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt butter.
Stir in brown sugar and milk.
As soon as bubbles start showing up, set a timer for 2 minutes and continue boiling.
Remove from heat after 2 minutes and stir in peanut butter and vanilla.
Pour peanut butter mixture over powdered sugar and beat until smooth. Pour into a parchment paper lined 8 x 8" baking dish.
Chill until fudge is set. Cut into 2 x 2 squares.

Notes

Recipe Tips.

Sift the powdered sugar first so the fudge mixes up as smooth as possible.
Start the 2-minute timer as soon as bubbles begin to show in the saucepan.
Stir the peanut butter and vanilla in right after removing the pan from the heat so everything melts together smoothly.
Line the pan with parchment paper so the fudge lifts out easily before cutting.
Make-ahead tip: make the fudge a day or two ahead and keep it chilled until ready to cut and serve.

Store. If you want to store or freeze your fudge, wrap each piece in wax paper and place them in an airtight container or sealable bag. Store in a cool place for up to 2 weeks, in the fridge for 3 to 4 weeks, or in the freezer for up to 3 months.

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