Peanut Butter Fudge
Indulge in the classic charm of homemade Peanut Butter Fudge. This rich and velvety treat, crafted with a handful of ingredients, delivers an effortlessly satisfying dessert ideal for sharing or storing for a sweet bite anytime.
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Servings: 48 pieces
Ingredients
- 3 cups powdered sugar sifted (360g)
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter 250g
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup unsalted butter 226g
Instructions
- Lightly coat an 8-inch square baking pan with butter and line it with either parchment paper or foil.
- In a medium-sized pot, combine the creamy peanut butter and unsalted butter. Set over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle boil, stirring from time to time.
- Once it reaches a boil, promptly take the pot off the heat. Add the sifted powdered sugar and vanilla extract, stirring until the mixture becomes smooth and all sugar is fully dissolved. (Optionally, incorporate ¼ teaspoon fine sea salt for a subtle contrast.)
- Transfer the fudge mixture to the lined pan, smoothing it evenly with a spatula. Leave to cool at room temperature for several hours or place in the refrigerator to firm for approximately one hour.
- When the fudge has set, lift it out of the pan using the parchment or foil. Slice into 1-inch squares. Store the squares in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week, or refrigerate to keep them fresh for up to a month.
Notes
To ensure a creamy consistency, measure powdered sugar precisely using a kitchen scale; excessive sugar may result in a gritty texture.
For refined presentation, trim uneven edges before cutting and use a warmed, clean knife for each slice to produce neat, sharp lines.
Accelerate the setting time by placing the fudge in the refrigerator.
Enhance flavor with a dash of salt or embellish with chocolate chips either folded into the mixture or scattered atop before cooling.
For refined presentation, trim uneven edges before cutting and use a warmed, clean knife for each slice to produce neat, sharp lines.
Accelerate the setting time by placing the fudge in the refrigerator.
Enhance flavor with a dash of salt or embellish with chocolate chips either folded into the mixture or scattered atop before cooling.