Peanut Butter Fudge
Ingredients
- 2 cups granulated sugar)
(400g
- ⅔ cup evaporated milk)
shake well before pouring (160ml
- ¾ cup creamy peanut butter)
(210g
- 4 Tablespoons unsalted butter
cut into 4 pieces and softened to room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon salt
Directions
- 1
It's important to have all of your ingredients ready before beginning! Read through the whole recipe before you start and measure out all your ingredients beforehand (the peanut butter, butter, vanilla, and salt should be prepped and ready to go nearby).
- 2
Prepare an 8x8 baking dish (this will yield thinner pieces) or 9x5 bread pan (for thicker pieces) by lightly greasing with butter or lining with parchment paper. Set aside.
- 3
Combine sugar and evaporated milk in a medium-sized saucepan over medium heat.
- 4
Stir ingredients occasionally over medium heat. During this time (only before boiling), use a wet pastry brush to brush down the sides where any sugar may have begun to settle on the side of the pot to prevent sugar crystals.
- 5
Continue to stir occasionally until sugar is dissolved and mixture comes to a boil (don't turn up the heat, keep on medium or you run the risk of burning your fudge). Once mixture comes to a boil, attach your candy thermometer. Be sure that the point of the candy thermometer is in the middle of the mixture and not touching the bottom of the pan.
- 6
Cook, stirring continuously, until fudge reaches 234-236°F (112-113°C).
- 7
Once fudge reaches temperature, immediately remove from heat and add your peanut butter, butter, vanilla extract, and salt. Stir (avoid scraping the sides of the pot) until butter and peanut butter are melted and mixture is smooth and has started to thicken (1-3 minutes).
- 8
Pour into prepared pan (don't scrape the sides of the pot while pouring) and allow to set completely (several hours at room temperature or you can expedite the process by refrigerating).
- 9
Once fudge has set, slice into small pieces and serve.
Peanut Butter Fudge
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About this Recipe
Craving that melt-in-your-mouth, rich peanut butter flavor in a truly homemade fudge? This simple recipe delivers incredibly creamy peanut butter fudge without the fuss of marshmallow or condensed milk, ensuring a perfect batch every time.
What makes this peanut butter fudge a standout is its remarkably straightforward approach and reliable results. By focusing on just six basic ingredients, it bypasses the need for more complex additions like marshmallow fluff or condensed milk, which often feature in other fudge recipes. This method ensures a genuinely creamy texture that sets beautifully, taking mere minutes to prepare right on your stove for a consistently delicious outcome.
Prepare for a truly satisfying confection with this homemade peanut butter fudge. From the moment it's prepared on the stove until the first bite, you'll appreciate its simplicity and the promise of a delightful treat. Each piece offers a robust, deep peanut butter flavor, perfectly balanced by just the right amount of sweetness and a subtle touch of salt. The texture is designed to be incredibly smooth and melt-in-your-mouth creamy, dissolving gently on your tongue rather than being crumbly or oily. This recipe makes crafting an impressive, candy-shop-quality fudge surprisingly accessible, proving that classic homemade treats can be both easy to make and utterly delicious.
While this recipe specifically calls for creamy peanut butter to achieve its signature smooth consistency, adventurous cooks might consider using crunchy peanut butter for an appealing textural contrast, adding a delightful crunch to your homemade fudge.
This creamy peanut butter fudge makes a wonderful addition to holiday dessert platters, a thoughtful homemade gift for friends and family, or simply a comforting, indulgent treat to enjoy with a cup of coffee.