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An unbelievably easy stovetop recipe for creamy Peanut Butter Fudge! Made with just a handful of ingredients and no thermometer needed!

Peanut Butter Fudge Recipe

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I should have titled this post “Lead me not into temptation” …. because apparently, I can find it on my own!

I have a weakness, a vice almost, when it comes to peanut butter or chocolate – it is too hard for me to resist. {In my best Southern drawl} “Lawd, have mercy” if the two are combined. Then all bets are off – I’m not resisting anything. Although I thought about drizzling melted chocolate over the top – I refrained (barely). If it tickles your fancy to drizzle melted chocolate over it, don’t forget to mail some to me, then, by all means, drizzle away.

fudge setting in pan

Peanut Butter Fudge

What I love about this fudge:

  1. It’s easy to make!
  2. It’s quick – so you can enjoy it faster!
  3. It has lots of peanut butter flavor.
  4.  I almost always have everything on hand to make this.
  5. It is oh, so creamy!!

fudge cut into squares

Peanut Butter Fudge: Ingredients and Utensils

Ingredients

  • Butter, for greasing the foil
  • 2 cups of sugar
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1-1/3 cups peanut butter
  • 1 jar (7 oz.) marshmallow creme

closeup of fudge

Utensils

  • aluminum foil
  • 8×8-in. baking pan
  • medium saucepan
  • spatula
  • knife

peanut butter fudge with milk in the background

How to make Peanut Butter Fudge

  1. In a medium saucepan, bring the milk and sugar to a boil. Boil for 4 minutes.
  2. Add the peanut butter and marshmallow creme and mix well. Quickly pour the mixture into the prepared pan.
  3. Chill until set.
  4. Cut into squares.

Seriously, friends! That’s all there is to this recipe!! How easy is that?

creamy peanut butter fudge

Peanut Butter Fudge: Questions and Answers

  • Can peanut butter fudge be frozen?

Fudge freezes quite well, although the texture and flavor of the fudge may change slightly after freezing. To properly freeze fresh fudge, cut it into whatever size pieces you want to freeze, and then wrap each piece with an airtight wrapping material, such as aluminum foil or plastic wrap. After they are wrapped up, place the pieces of fudge into a plastic freezer bag. Remove as much of the air as possible before you seal the bag, and then store it in the freezer until it’s needed. Only put as much fudge as you will want to defrost at any one time into each plastic freezer bag.

The most important part of freezing is actually in the thawing. That’s right, properly thawing out your frozen fudge is crucial to its flavor and consistency.

When you are ready to eat the fudge, remove it from the freezer, keeping it in the plastic bag. If the fudge is removed from the plastic bag before it reaches room temperature, moisture in the air will condense on the cold fudge, making the top sticky and soft.

Let the fudge sit in its wrapping and plastic bag at room temperature until it has completely thawed.

After the fudge is completely thawed remove it’s wrapping and enjoy!

  • How should I store Peanut Butter Fudge?

Fudge will keep at room temperature just fine. It does not need to be refrigerated. You can keep it in the refrigerator if you feel that you like it cold – and some people prefer it that way. In this case, just make sure it is airtight, as cold air will surely dry out your fudge quicker.

  • Can I add chocolate to this Peanut Butter Fudge recipe?

Absolutely! Sometimes, I like to melt chocolate chips and drizzle them over the top of the fudge for a yummy variation!

  • Can dogs eat Peanut Butter Fudge?

I am not a licensed veterinarian or animal specialist so I am not able to give the okay that it is safe. Personally, I would NOT give fudge to a dog. I have read that some people have done it without a problem. Having said that, definitely never feed your pet anything that contains Xylitol – a sugar substitute found in lower and sugar-free products.

easy to make peanut butter fudge

Did you make this Peanut Butter Fudge recipe?

I’d love to hear your thoughts! Everyone loves a great fudge recipe and this is a family favorite! I would love to know about your experiences with the recipe. Please leave me a comment, or ask a question if you have one!

peanut butter fudge stacked in container

Disclaimer: I cannot be held responsible for the copious amounts of fudge you will be tempted to eat. 😉

overhead view of fudge

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fudge being picked up with fingers

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Yield: 3-4 dozen

Peanut Butter Fudge

Peanut Butter Fudge

An unbelievably easy stovetop recipe for creamy Peanut Butter Fudge! Made with just a handful of ingredients and no thermometer needed!

Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Additional Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes

Ingredients

  • Butter, for greasing the foil
  • 2 cups of sugar
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1-1/3 cups peanut butter
  • 1 jar (7 oz.) marshmallow creme

Instructions

  1. Line an 8-in. square pan with foil and butter the foil well. Set aside. 
  2. In a medium saucepan, bring the milk and sugar to a boil. Boil for 4 minutes.
  3. Add the peanut butter and marshmallow creme and mix well. Quickly pour the mixture into the prepared pan. 
  4. Chill until set. 
  5. Cut into squares.

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Nutrition Information:

Yield:

36

Serving Size:

1 piece
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 174Total Fat: 11gSaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 1mgSodium: 107mgCarbohydrates: 16gFiber: 1gSugar: 12gProtein: 5g

Please note that the nutritional information listed on this page is an estimation based on the products I used. Ingredients and nutritional information can vary greatly between brands. Always be sure to read labels.

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© Jamie Sherman
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An unbelievably easy stovetop recipe for creamy Peanut Butter Fudge! Made with just a handful of ingredients and no thermometer needed!

An unbelievably easy stovetop recipe for creamy Peanut Butter Fudge! Made with just a handful of ingredients and no thermometer needed!

Originally published on December 13, 2012. Updated on December 20, 2019. 

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  11. Lawd have mercy is right! I think we should have a support group for peanut butter and chocolate addicts 🙂 This looks so good that I must give it a try!

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  15. This brings back memories. My dad used to make PB fudge often. His was never so easy though–he likes to fiddle around and "experiment." Fudge can sometimes end up dry and crumbly and that's a bummer. Love creamy fudge…and your looks it!
    Thanks for linking this week!

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  16. Jamie. I am in LOVE with this fudge. And while I'm technically "done" baking for coworkers, I am going to need to make an immediate exception and bust this easy fudge recipe out. However, like your disclaimer, I won't be held responsible if they don't get a single square 🙂 looks fantastic!

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  20. hi, popping by from Raising Arrows. This sounds yummy. I have a question. I don't live in the US and have never heard of marshmallow creme, I don't think you can get that where we live…do you think it could be replaced by something else? like condensed milk or something?

    thanks

    Maria

    Reply

  22. Congratulations!
    Your recipe is featured on Full Plate Thursday this week and hope you enjoy your new Red Plate. Wishing you and your family a very Merry Christmas.
    Come Back Soon!
    Miz Helen

    Reply

  25. Hi Jamie,
    I know there's been a similar question to this, but just want to double check, is Marshmallow Fluff the same as marshmallow creme?
    I live in the UK, and while most things are available, sometimes the terminology is different, so I sometimes need to check.
    Sorry this is a late question from when it was originally posted, but this has just appeared on facebook, via Chocolate, chocolate and more….
    Thanks
    Lynda

    Reply

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