Peanut Butter Fudge
If you love rich, creamy desserts, peanut butter fudge is about to become your new favorite treat. This sweet treat is not only delicious but also very easy to make. With just a few ingredients and simple steps, you can make homemade peanut butter fudge that's as good as any store-bought kind.
Ingredients
- 1¼ cups 283.75 g unsalted butter
- 1¼ cups 338 g creamy peanut butter
- Pinch of salt
- 1½ teaspoons 1.5 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 4½ cups 510 g powdered sugar, sifted
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Pan
- Grease an 8-inch non-stick baking dish with butter, or line it with parchment paper and grease the parchment paper. Set aside.
Step 2: Make the Fudge Mixture
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the butter and peanut butter.
- Heat the mixture until it begins to boil, then remove it from the heat.
Step 3: Add the Final Ingredients
- Stir in the salt and vanilla extract.
- Gradually mix in the powdered sugar until the mixture is smooth and lump-free.
Step 4: Pour and Chill
- Pour the fudge mixture into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Cover the surface of the fudge with plastic wrap.
- Refrigerate the fudge for at least 1 hour, or until it is fully set.
Step 5: Serve and Store
- Cut the fudge into squares and serve.
- Store any leftover fudge in an airtight container. It can be kept at room temperature for up to 1 week or in the refrigerator for up to 1 month.