Description
A rich, creamy, and nostalgic treat, this Old-Fashioned Peanut Butter Fudge is made with simple pantry ingredients and comes together quickly without the need for a candy thermometer. Perfect for holidays, gifts, or a sweet indulgence any time of year.
Ingredients
2 cups granulated sugar
1/2 cup milk
1/2 cup unsalted butter
1 cup creamy peanut butter
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it. Set aside.
- In a medium heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine the sugar, milk, and butter.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until the mixture comes to a boil.
- Once boiling, continue to stir and let it bubble for 2–3 minutes to prevent scorching.
- Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the peanut butter, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth and fully combined.
- Pour the hot mixture into the prepared pan and spread it evenly.
- Let the fudge cool at room temperature for 1–2 hours, or until set and firm.
- Cut into small squares and enjoy.
Notes
Use regular creamy peanut butter for best texture; natural peanut butter may cause separation.
For added texture, use chunky peanut butter or mix in chopped peanuts.
Swirl in or drizzle chocolate for a peanut butter cup variation.
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week, or refrigerate for up to 2 weeks.
Freeze for longer storage—up to 2 months—layered with parchment paper.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
