Healthy Life Trainer

menu icon
go to homepage
  • Recipes
  • Subscribe
  • Contact
  • About
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
  • subscribe
    search icon
    Homepage link
    • Recipes
    • Subscribe
    • Contact
    • About
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
  • ×
    Home » Recipes » Dessert

    Easy Peanut Butter Fudge Recipe

    Published: Dec 22, 2022 by Radwa ·

    Jump to Recipe

    Incredibly delicious, old-fashioned peanut butter fudge that is super easy to make, calls for only 5 ingredients and is perfect for holidays.

    Peanut butter fudge squares in a small food basket.

    Peanut Butter Fudge Recipe

    Seriously, this DELICIOUS fudge recipe offers the smoothest and creamiest you can find in a fudge. It is sweet and buttery with an intense peanut butter flavor.

    This oh-so-creamy and smooth fudge will literally melt into your mouth, and the best part is that it is SOO easy to make.

    The actual preparation of this recipe will only take two minutes, including the mixing of the peanut butter with other ingredients. However, refrigerating it will take up to four hours for the best result.

    I LOVE to serve this fudge with hot drinks such as Oat Milk Hot Chocolate, White Chocolate Latte and Chocolate Milk Tea.

    overheat shot of Peanut butter fudge squares.

    What's in This Recipe?

    Butter. Since I will be adding salt to this recipe, I recommend using unsalted butter. You can use plant-based butter to make this fudge vegan.

    Peanut Butter. I prefer a smooth, creamy peanut butter. However, it is important to use good-quality peanut butter.

    Vanilla Extract. Just for flavor. You may use almond extract instead.

    Powdered Sugar. I use powdered sugar because it dissolves quickly.

    Salt. Just ¼ teaspoon to balance the sweetness.

    How to Make It

    Microwave butter and peanut butter for 1-2 minutes or until both are melted.

    One: Line a 20 cm square baking pan with parchment paper.

    Two: In a large microwave-safe bowl, microwave butter and peanut butter for 1-2 minutes or until both are melted, and mix together until combined.

    Pro Tip: You may melt both the butter and peanut butter in a double boiler over medium-high heat or in a large saucepan over medium heat instead of the microwave.

    Stir vanilla, powdered sugar and salt in the peanut butter mixture.

    Three: Stir in the vanilla, powdered sugar and salt until incorporated.

    Tip: I recommend sifting the sugar first before mixing it into the mixture. This will ensure a smoother texture with no lumps.

    Press the mixture into the pan and put in the fridge.

    Four: Now, press the mixture into the prepared pan and let it cool to room temperature, then wrap with plastic wrap and put it in the fridge for 4-5 hours until set and firm.

    Five: Cut into squares and serve.

    Peanut butter fudge squares.

    How To Store It

    You may keep the sliced pieces of this homemade fudge in an airtight container or bowl at room temperature for up to a week or in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.

    Freezing: It will last for up to 3 months in the freezer. However, you need to put wax paper between the fudges so they don't stick together.

    More Fudge Recipes

    • 5-Minute Microwave Chocolate Fudge
    • Easy Chocolate Almond Fudge
    • white chocolate brownies loaded with white chocolate.
      White Chocolate Brownies
    • Lazy Cake (no bake chocolate biscuit cake).
      Lazy Cake - Chocolate Biscuit Cake
    • Pumpkin bundt cake.
      Moist Pumpkin Bundt Cake Recipe
    • Cinnamon pie.
      Easy Cinnamon Pie Recipe

    Thank you for checking out my recipe! Follow Healthy Life Trainer on Facebook and Pinterest to keep up-to-date with all new recipes.

    peanut butter fudge.
    Print Pin
    5 from 1 vote

    Easy Peanut Butter Fudge

    Incredibly delicious, old-fashioned peanut butter fudge that is super easy to make, calls for only 5 ingredients and is perfect for holidays.
    Course Dessert
    Cuisine American
    Diet Vegetarian
    Prep Time 5 minutes minutes
    Refrigerate 3 hours hours
    Total Time 3 hours hours 5 minutes minutes
    Servings 20 Savings
    Calories 194kcal
    Author Radwa

    Equipment

    • Baking sheet
    • Measuring spoons
    • Measuring cups
    • Mixing bowl

    Ingredients

    • 1 cup unsalted butter
    • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
    • 1 ½ cups powdered sugar
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
    • ¼ teaspoon salt

    Instructions

    • Line a 20 cm square baking pan with parchment paper.
    • In a large microwave-safe bowl, microwave butter and peanut butter for 1-2 minutes or until both are melted, and mix together until combined.
      1 cup unsalted butter, 1 cup creamy peanut butter
    • Stir in the vanilla, powdered sugar and salt until incorporated.
      1 ½ cups powdered sugar, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, ¼ teaspoon salt
    • Now, press the fudge into the prepared pan and let it cool to room temperature, then put it in the fridge for 4-5 hours until set and firm.
    • Cut into squares and serve.

    Notes

    I recommend sifting the sugar first before mixing it into the mixture. This will ensure a smoother texture with no lumps.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1serving | Calories: 194kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 0.4g | Cholesterol: 24mg | Sodium: 86mg | Potassium: 76mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 284IU | Calcium: 9mg | Iron: 0.2mg
    Tried this Recipe? Pin it for Later!Mention @HealthyLifeTrainer or tag #healthylifetrainer!

    About Radwa

    Hi, I am Radwa! I've always been fond of food—seriously, it's my love language. I share my tried-and-true recipes and provide easy, step-by-step recipes that anyone can follow.

    Comments

    No Comments

    5 from 1 vote (1 rating without comment)

    Leave a Reply Cancel reply

    Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

    Recipe Rating




    Healthy Life Trainer

    Hello! I’m Radwa, A wife and mother. Also, I am the recipe maker and food photographer behind Healthy Life Trainer. I love making new, simple and quick recipes every day.

    More about me→

    Trending Recipes

    • Nuts and Date Energy Balls
      Nut and Date Energy Balls
    • 3 Ingredient Peanut Butter Mug Cake
      3 Ingredient Peanut Butter Mug Cake
    • Moussaka (Musaka) Recipe
      Moussaka (Musaka) Greek Recipe
    • Peanut Butter Flapjacks
      Peanut Butter Flapjacks
    • Baked Sweet Potatoes in a foil sheet.
      How to Bake Sweet Potatoes in Foil
    • Mediterranean Spice Mix
      Mediterranean Spice Mix

    New Posts!

    • sesame peanut noodles.
      Sesame Peanut Noodles
    • Basil pesto dressing.
      Creamy Basil Pesto Sauce
    • Loaded Chicken Fajita Nachos.
      Loaded Chicken Fajita Nachos
    • Mango Habanero Salsa in a bowl
      Chunky Mango Habanero Salsa

    Footer

    ↑ back to top

    About

    • Privacy Policy
    • Disclaimer
    • Accessibility Policy

    Newsletter

    • Sign Up! for emails and updates

    Contact

    Contact

    Copyright © 2025 Healthy Life Trainer

    Rate This Recipe

    Your vote:




    A rating is required
    A name is required
    An email is required

    Recipe Ratings without Comment

    Something went wrong. Please try again.