Soft & Creamy Peanut Butter Fudge Recipe
This Soft & Creamy Peanut Butter Fudge recipe delivers a rich, velvety treat that’s easy to make with just a few simple ingredients. Combining the smoothness of buttery brown sugar syrup with the luscious taste of creamy peanut butter, this fudge is perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth with a nostalgic, homemade flavor. It’s chilled to set into delightfully soft squares that melt in your mouth.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes plus chilling time
- Yield: 16 squares 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Fudge Base
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 2 cups brown sugar
- 1/2 cup milk
Flavorings
- 1 cup creamy or crunchy Jif peanut butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Optional: 1/4 teaspoon salt
Finishing
- 2 1/4 cups confectioners’ sugar (sifted if lumpy)
Instructions
- Melt Butter: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter until fully liquefied to begin the fudge base.
- Add Brown Sugar and Milk: Stir in the brown sugar and milk, then bring the mixture to a slow boil, ensuring the sugar dissolves properly.
- Boil and Stir: Continue stirring the mixture frequently for 2 minutes while allowing it to boil gently; this step thickens and caramelizes the fudge base.
- Add Peanut Butter and Vanilla: Remove the saucepan from heat, then stir in the peanut butter and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and fully combined.
- Combine with Confectioners’ Sugar: Place the sifted confectioners’ sugar and salt (if using) into a large bowl, then pour the warm peanut butter mixture on top.
- Mix Fudge Batter: Using a hand mixer or mixing by hand, beat the ingredients together vigorously until the fudge batter becomes smooth and creamy without lumps.
- Pour and Chill: Transfer the fudge mixture into an 8×8 inch dish, spreading evenly, then refrigerate until firm enough to cut into squares.
Notes
- Use unsalted butter to control the salt level; add salt only if desired.
- Sifting confectioners’ sugar helps avoid lumps in the fudge.
- For a crunchier texture, use crunchy peanut butter instead of creamy.
- Chill the fudge for at least 2 hours or until fully set before cutting.
- Store fudge in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
- Bringing the mixture to a slow boil ensures proper thickness without burning.
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