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Peanut Butter Fudge Easy Recipe

Indulge in this ridiculously easy peanut butter fudge recipe! Made with just 7 common ingredients (corn syrup might be the only exception), this creamy, dreamy fudge is ready in under 30 minutes. Perfect for fundraisers or satisfying your own sweet cravings, this recipe uses creamy peanut butter for ultimate smoothness, but crunchy works too! Get ready for a glossy, rich, and unbelievably delicious treat.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 174.9 kcal
Protein 4g
Rating 2.0 (1 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Peanut Butter Fudge Easy

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How to Make Peanut Butter Fudge Easy

  1. In a heavy saucepan over medium heat, combine 2 cups sugar, 1/2 cup milk, 1/4 cup margarine, and 1/2 cup light corn syrup. Stir gently until the sugar dissolves completely.
  2. While the mixture cooks, measure out 1 cup creamy peanut butter and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Line an 8x8 inch square baking dish with foil, leaving an overhang on the sides for easy removal, and butter the foil.
  3. Continue cooking the sugar mixture, stirring occasionally, until it reaches the soft-ball stage (235-240°F) on a candy thermometer.
  4. Remove the saucepan from the heat. This is crucial for preventing the fudge from seizing.
  5. Let the mixture sit undisturbed for about 1 minute.
  6. Add the peanut butter to the hot mixture and stir vigorously until completely combined and smooth.
  7. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  8. Immediately pour the fudge into the prepared baking dish.
  9. Let the fudge cool and set completely at room temperature. The top will develop a glossy shine as it sets.
  10. Once firm (at least 2 hours), lift the fudge from the pan using the foil overhang. Cut into 1-inch squares with a sharp knife.
  11. Enjoy this rich and decadent peanut butter fudge!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

107g

Fat

6g

Carbs

10g

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