This Easy Peanut Butter Chocolate Fudge is the ultimate comfort dessert, requiring no baking and minimal effort. The recipe features a luscious peanut butter base made with sweetened condensed milk and butter, topped with a layer of rich semi-sweet chocolate. The result is a decadent treat with a smooth, creamy texture that firms up perfectly in the fridge. It’s an ideal crowd-pleaser for holiday parties, potlucks, or simply satisfying a sweet tooth on a busy afternoon. The combination of salty peanuts and sweet chocolate creates a balanced flavor profile that appeals to both kids and adults. Simple to assemble with pantry staples, this fudge is a timeless classic you will make again and again.
Easy Peanut Butter Chocolate Fudge
Description
This Easy Peanut Butter Chocolate Fudge is the ultimate comfort dessert, requiring no baking and minimal effort. The recipe features a luscious peanut butter base made with sweetened condensed milk and butter, topped with a layer of rich semi-sweet chocolate. The result is a decadent treat with a smooth, creamy texture that firms up perfectly in the fridge. It&# 226;ÂÂs an ideal crowd-pleaser for holiday parties, potlucks, or simply satisfying a sweet tooth on a busy afternoon. The combination of salty peanuts and sweet chocolate creates a balanced flavor profile that appeals to both kids and adults. Simple to assemble with pantry staples, this fudge is a timeless classic you will make again and again.Ingredients
Directions
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Line an 8-inch square pan with waxed paper, leaving an overhang on the sides for easy removal.
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In a large saucepan, combine the peanut butter chips, 1 cup of sweetened condensed milk, and 2 tablespoons of butter.
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Melt the mixture over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until smooth and fully combined.
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Remove the pan from heat and stir in the chopped peanuts if using.
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Pour the peanut butter mixture into the prepared pan and spread it evenly to form the bottom layer.
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In a small saucepan, melt the semi-sweet chocolate morsels, remaining sweetened condensed milk, and remaining butter.
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Stir the chocolate mixture until smooth and glossy.
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Carefully spread the chocolate mixture over the peanut butter layer in the pan.
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Refrigerate the fudge for at least 2 hours, or until firm.
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Lift the fudge out of the pan using the waxed paper overhang and place on a cutting board.
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Peel off the waxed paper and cut the fudge into squares.
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Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 2
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 125.0kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 10.6g17%
- Saturated Fat 2.1g11%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 85.0mg4%
- Total Carbohydrate 4.2g2%
- Dietary Fiber 1.3g6%
- Sugars 1.9g
- Protein 5.3g11%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
