Easiest Peanut Butter Fudge (Printable Version)
Creamy peanut butter fudge with butter, vanilla, and powdered sugar. Simple, smooth, and perfectly sweet.
# What You'll Need:
→ Butter and Peanut Butter
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1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter
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1 cup creamy peanut butter (not natural style)
→ Flavorings
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1/4 teaspoon salt (or 1/8 teaspoon if using salted butter)
→ Sweeteners
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3 1/2 cups powdered sugar
# Step-by-Step Guide:
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In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter and peanut butter together until smooth, about 3 to 5 minutes.
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Remove saucepan from heat and stir in vanilla extract and salt until evenly combined.
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Add powdered sugar one cup at a time, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens, becomes glossy, and pulls away from the sides of the pan.
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Transfer mixture into an 8×8-inch pan lined with parchment. Press evenly with a greased spatula or cup to create a flat surface.
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Refrigerate for one hour or until the fudge is set and firm to the touch.
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Lift fudge out of the pan, cut into 36 squares, and serve.