Peanut Butter Fudge is the creamiest and most decadent fudge while being so easy to make. With only 3 ingredients, this recipe is quick and simple.
You are going to be so surprised with this quick fudge recipe. If you have been hesitant to make fudge, give this a try.
I don’t consider myself a baker and this recipe was easy for me. It is seriously the best peanut butter fudge recipe.
The peanut flavor is so delicious and one of our favorite Peanut Butter Desserts. I also make this Salted Caramel Fudge Recipe that is amazing for the holiday season!
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Why you will love this recipe:
- The entire recipe only calls for 3 ingredients.
- Each bite of this fudge is so rich and creamy with peanut butter flavor.
- No fancy equipment needed not even a candy thermometer.
Ingredients
- White Chocolate Chips
- Creamy Peanut Butter (Do not use natural peanut butter. It can separate and the fudge won’t stay together.)
- Sweetened Condensed Milk
Skip the bottom of the recipe and find the complete ingredient list and instructions.
Recipe Additions:
- Marshmallow Creme – For a creamy fudge texture, you can mix in marshmallow cream.
- Powdered Sugar – Dust the top of the fudge treat with powdered sugar.
- Chocolate Fudge – Use Chocolate chips instead of white chocolate chips to make chocolate fudge.
- Candy. Peanut butter chips, chopped peanut butter cups, or Reese’s Pieces.
How to Make Peanut Butter Fudge:
- Prepare Pan – First, you will need an 8×8 baking pan. Go ahead and spray it with cooking spray. Then line it with wax paper or aluminum foil with an overhang. Set the prepared pan aside.
Step 1. Place the chocolate chips and peanut butter in a microwave-safe bowl.
Step 2. Melt the chocolate in the microwave using 30-second intervals. Make sure to stir well after each interval.
Step 3. Pour in the Sweetened Condensed Milk.
Step 4. Stir until it is all combined together really good.
Step 5. Make sure the mixture is combined thoroughly.
Step 6. Finally, put the mixture into the pan. Place in the fridge so that it can set. It normally takes about 2 hours.
Step 7. Cut the fudge into bars.
Step 8. Serve and enjoy!
How to Cut Fudge:
When preparing to serve your fudge, we recommend following these steps to cut your fudge properly.
- Remove Fudge – When we are ready to cut fudge, I like to remove from the pan. If you lined your pan with parchment, it should be easy to remove.
- Warm Knife – We like to run our knife under hot water and then dry. A warm knife makes the best cuts.
- Sharp Knife – Place fudge on a cutting board and with a sharp begin cutting the fudge the size you prefer.
- Cold Fudge – Make sure you cut the fudge when it is cold. Cold fudge cuts easily so we do not let your fudge get to room temperature.
Frequently Asked Questions
Often this happens when fudge is allowed to cool without stirring.
Fudge can be stored in an airtight container for up to 1 week. If storing on a tray, cover with plastic wrap.
You can also freeze fudge. This is perfect for holidays or special occasions when you need to make things in advance to save time later. It will last in the freezer up to two months.
If you freeze your fudge, you don’t need to thaw it before serving. It’s actually delicious frozen.
Tips for Easy Peanut Butter Fudge Recipe:
- Use creamy peanut butter and not natural peanut butter. The recipe will not turn out the same if you try to use natural peanut butter. Natural can separate and this will cause the recipe not to stay together or set.
- After spraying the pan with cooking spray, don’t skip the part about also lining with parchment paper. It makes it so easy to remove the fudge from the baking dish and clean up is a breeze.
- Make sure to keep the fudge in an airtight container. This will help the fudge stay nice and fresh.
- For even more tips, try these 5 tips to making amazing fudge.
More Fudge recipes
- Peanut butter Chocolate Chip
- Homemade Hot Fudge Sauce Recipe
- 3 Minute Microwave Fudge
- Oreo Fudge Recipe
- Homemade Chocolate Fudge Recipe
- Butterscotch Fudge
Try this easy recipe for Peanut Butter Fudge. Once you make it, please come back and leave a star rating.
3 Ingredient Peanut Butter Fudge
Ingredients
- 12 ounces white chocolate chips
- 1 1/2 cups creamy peanut butter do not use natural peanut butter
- 1 14- ounce can sweetened condensed milk
Instructions
- Lightly spray an 8-inch square baking pan with cooking spray, then line the bottom with waxed paper or parchment paper. Set aside.
- Combine the white chocolate chips and peanut butter in a large microwave-safe bowl.
- Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring well after each interval, until the chocolate chips and peanut butter are both melted and the mixture is smooth.
- Add the sweetened condensed milk and stir until fully combined.
- Scrape into the prepared baking dish.
- Refrigerate until set, about 2 hours.
- Slice and serve.
This fudge was very easy to make! It also was super delicious and tasted similar to the peanut butter in the Halloween/Easter egg Reese’s (the holiday Reese’s are the best Reese’s in my opinion!) Definitely worth a try!
Love this 3 ingredients.
This was so easy to make and it is so delicious! I definitely recommend trying!
Why can’t natural peanut butter be used? I make my own peanut butter & want to use it. And it doesn’t separate so that that nasty oil collects on the top.
You can, It will just have a different texture.