Peanut Buttery Peanut Butter Fudge
Indulge in rich, creamy decadence with this Peanut Buttery Peanut Butter Fudge recipe, perfect for peanut butter lovers everywhere! Made with just six simple ingredients, including smooth peanut butter and a touch of vanilla extract, this no-bake treat comes together in less than 15 minutes of prep. The velvety texture is balanced by hints of salt and optional crunchy chopped peanuts for an irresistible finish. Whether you're preparing it for a holiday dessert tray or a sweet afternoon snack, this easy-to-make fudge is wonderfully rich, packed with peanut flavor, and ideal for sharing—or keeping all to yourself! Plus, with straightforward instructions and minimal clean-up, it's a must-try for anyone craving homemade peanut butter bliss.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup smooth peanut butter
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3.5 cups powdered sugar
- 1 pinch pinch of salt
- 0.5 cup chopped peanuts (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Line an 8x8-inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving some overhang to make removal easier. Set aside.
In a medium saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium-low heat.
Once the butter is fully melted, stir in the peanut butter and continue to cook until smooth and combined, about 2 minutes. Stir frequently to prevent sticking.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt.
Using a wooden spoon or silicone spatula, gradually mix in the powdered sugar, one cup at a time, until the mixture forms a thick but smooth batter.
Pour the fudge mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly with a spatula.
If desired, sprinkle chopped peanuts over the top of the fudge and lightly press them in.
Allow the fudge to set at room temperature for about 1-2 hours, or place it in the refrigerator for 30-45 minutes for quicker setting.
Once firm, use the parchment paper overhang to lift the fudge out of the baking dish. Cut into 16 squares (or smaller pieces if preferred) and serve.
Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4435 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 254.3 g | 326% | |
| Saturated Fat | 81.5 g | 408% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 248 mg | 83% | |
| Sodium | 1227 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 489.0 g | 178% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.4 g | 80% | |
| Total Sugars | 431.4 g | ||
| Protein | 76.0 g | 152% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 75 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 7.7 mg | 43% | |
| Potassium | 584 mg | 12% | |
*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.
