3 Ingredient Peanut Butter Fudge
A quick, easy, and creamy peanut butter fudge recipe made with just 3 ingredients! No baking required—perfect for holidays, gifting, or satisfying a sweet craving.
Equipment
Ingredients
Core Ingredients:
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter (or chunky for texture)
- 1 cup sweetened condensed milk (or 2 cups powdered sugar for a traditional version)
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
Optional Add-Ins:
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (for extra flavor)
- ½ cup chocolate chips (for a chocolate swirl)
- 1 tsp sea salt (for a salty-sweet contrast)
- ¼ cup crushed nuts (for added crunch)
Instructions
Prepare the Baking Dish:
- Line an 8x8-inch baking dish with parchment paper. Lightly grease the pan if using powdered sugar.
Melt and Mix:
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter in 20-second intervals, stirring between each.
- Add peanut butter and sweetened condensed milk (or powdered sugar). Stir until smooth and fully combined.
Pour and Set:
- Transfer the mixture into the prepared pan. Smooth the top with a spatula.
- Optional: Sprinkle sea salt, chocolate chips, or crushed nuts on top.
Chill and Slice:
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until firm.
- Remove from the pan and slice into squares.
Notes
- Pro Tip: Use a warm knife (dipped in hot water and wiped dry) for clean slices.
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Storage:
- Room Temperature: Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
- Refrigerator: Keeps fresh for up to 2 weeks.
- Freezer: Wrap individual squares and freeze for up to 3 months.
- Customization: Add chocolate swirls, crushed nuts, or a caramel drizzle for extra flavor.
Nutrition
Calories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 4gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 80mgFiber: 1gSugar: 13g
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