Old Fashioned Peanut Butter Chocolate Fudge
Indulge in the rich, nostalgic sweetness of Old Fashioned Peanut Butter Chocolate Fudge, a timeless treat that's as easy to make as it is irresistible to eat. This decadent dessert combines creamy peanut butter, velvety semi-sweet chocolate chips, and a touch of vanilla for a perfectly balanced flavor. Made with simple pantry staples like granulated sugar, whole milk, and unsalted butter, this recipe brings classic candy-making techniques into your kitchen, including reaching the ideal "soft ball" stage for that melt-in-your-mouth texture. With just 10 minutes of prep and 20 minutes of cooking, plus a luxurious chill time to set, this homemade fudge is perfect for gifting, entertaining, or satisfying your sweet tooth. Whether you’re seeking an easy no-bake dessert or a nostalgic chocolate-peanut butter combination, this fudge recipe is a must-try!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Granulated sugar
- 0.5 cups Whole milk
- 0.5 cups Unsalted butter
- 0.5 cups Peanut butter (creamy or chunky)
- 1 cups Semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
Instructions
Prepare an 8x8-inch square baking dish by lining it with parchment paper or lightly greasing it.
In a medium saucepan, combine the granulated sugar, whole milk, unsalted butter, and salt over medium heat.
Stir the mixture continuously until the butter melts and the sugar dissolves completely.
Increase the heat to medium-high and bring the mixture to a boil. Attach a candy thermometer to the saucepan, ensuring the tip does not touch the bottom of the pan.
Cook the mixture, without stirring, until it reaches 234°F (112°C), the 'soft ball' stage. This typically takes about 8-10 minutes.
Remove the saucepan from heat and immediately stir in the peanut butter, chocolate chips, and vanilla extract.
Stir vigorously until the chocolate and peanut butter are fully melted and the mixture is smooth and glossy.
Quickly pour the fudge mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
Allow the fudge to cool at room temperature for about 1 hour, then transfer it to the refrigerator to set completely for at least 2 hours.
Once set, remove the fudge from the baking dish and cut it into 16 equal squares. Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3515 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 156.5 g | 201% | |
| Saturated Fat | 69.7 g | 349% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 139 mg | 46% | |
| Sodium | 1163 mg | 51% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 545.4 g | 198% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.7 g | 67% | |
| Total Sugars | 508.2 g | ||
| Protein | 45.4 g | 91% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 237 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 6.3 mg | 35% | |
| Potassium | 945 mg | 20% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
