Easy 4-Ingredient Peanut Butter Fudge (Print version)
Creamy microwave peanut butter fudge made with 4 pantry ingredients and no candy thermometer.
# Ingredients:
For the fudge
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1 cup (227 g) unsalted butter, cut into pieces
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1 cup (258 g) creamy peanut butter
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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3 1/2 cups (420 g) powdered sugar, sifted
# Instructions:
01 -
Line an 8-inch square pan with parchment paper, leaving overhang on two sides for lifting the fudge out later.
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Add butter and peanut butter to a large microwave-safe bowl. Microwave for 90 seconds, stir well, then microwave 60-90 seconds more until fully melted and hot.
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Carefully stir the hot mixture until smooth, then mix in the vanilla extract.
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Add the sifted powdered sugar and stir with a sturdy spoon until fully combined. The mixture will become thick and less glossy.
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Scrape the fudge into the prepared pan. Press it into an even layer and smooth the top with a spatula or a piece of parchment.
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Refrigerate for about 2 hours, or until firm. Lift out by the parchment and cut into 36 small squares.
# Good to know:
01 -
Chill time is about 2 hours and is not included in the cook time.
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Use conventional creamy peanut butter for the most reliable set.
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Store airtight in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.