🥜The Best Peanut Butter Fudge Recipe Right Here
Homemade Peanut Butter Fudge
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If you’re a peanut butter lover, mark your calendar—November 20th is National Peanut Butter Fudge Day! This fudge is one of those nostalgic sweets that feels like it came straight from your grandma’s kitchen. It’s rich, melt-in-your-mouth smooth, and surprisingly easy to make at home.
You don’t need candy thermometers or fancy equipment—just a saucepan, a spoon, and a love of peanut butter.
🍬 A Little Fudge History
Fudge first appeared in the late 1800s, likely by accident (as many great desserts are!). Someone “fudged” a batch of caramel, and the softer texture became an instant hit. Peanut butter versions became popular in the early 1900s when peanut butter was introduced as a kitchen staple.
Today, peanut butter fudge remains one of the easiest—and most loved—versions to make.
Try Using a Loaf Pan Instead of the Square Baking Pan
If you use a standard sized loaf pan, you can easily cut perfect slices of fudge.
🥜 Easy Peanut Butter Fudge Recipe
Ingredients:
1 ½ cups granulated sugar
2/3 cup evaporated milk
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 ½ cups peanut butter (smooth or crunchy)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 jar (7 oz) marshmallow crème
Instructions:
Line an 8x8-inch pan with parchment paper or lightly butter it.
In a medium saucepan, combine sugar, evaporated milk, and butter. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture begins to boil.
Once boiling, cook for 5 minutes, stirring the whole time, until slightly thickened.
Remove from heat and immediately stir in peanut butter and vanilla until smooth.
Add the marshmallow crème and stir quickly until fully combined and glossy.
Pour into prepared pan, smooth the top, and let cool completely at room temperature.
Once set, cut into small squares and store in an airtight container.
✨ Notes:
Sprinkle some flaky sea salt or drizzle melted chocolate over the top before chilling.
Don’t overcook the sugar mixture — start the timer as soon as it starts bubbling.
Use a candy thermometer if you want precision: aim for 234°F (112°C) (soft-ball stage).
🍫 Yummy Variations
Chocolatey: Mix in ½ cup chocolate chips when you add the vanilla.
Crunchy Style: Add ½ cup chopped peanuts for extra texture.
Maple Twist: Add a tablespoon of pure maple syrup with the vanilla for a fall-flavored version.
