Easy 2-ingredient peanut butter fudge recipe
If you're a fan of sweet treats but don't want to spend hours in the kitchen, I've got a delicious treat in store for you. Today, I'm sharing a super easy 2-ingredient peanut butter fudge recipe.
Servings: pieces
Equipment
- 8x8 inch baking pan
- 1 microwave
Ingredients
- 16 ounce creamy peanut butter
- 16 ounce vanilla frosting *Not whipped or cream cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt optional
Instructions
- Start by lining the sides and bottom of an 8x8 or 9x9 inch square pan with wax paper. Alternatively, use aluminum foil. Set aside
- Soften the peanut butter placing the jar of peanut butter in the microwave in 10-second intervals. Peanut butter should be soft and warm, not hot and runny.16 ounce (453.6 g) creamy peanut butter
- Likewise, soften your frosting in the microwave, making sure you remove any metal bits from the lid to avoid any microwave mishaps.16 ounce (453.6 g) vanilla frosting
- Once both are softened, mix them together in a medium-sized bowl. Give it a good stir, until fully combined.
- Pour your fudge mixture into your prepared pan. Use a spatula to level the top and make it even. Optional: sprinkle with sea salt for extra flavor.1/4 teaspoon (0.3 teaspoon) sea salt
- Place the pan in the refrigerator and let it chill for at least 2-3 hours, or until the fudge is set. You can also leave it in the fridge overnight.
- Once the fudge is firm and set, use the parchment paper overhangs to lift it out of the pan. Place it on a cutting board and use a sharp knife to cut it into squares or triangles.
Notes
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use any other nut butter instead of peanut butter?
Absolutely, you can use other nut kinds of nut butters in place of peanut butter in a fudge recipe. In fact, experimenting with different nut butters can result in a variety of delicious flavors. Almond butter, cashew butter, and hazelnut butter are good alternatives.
Remember that the consistency of different nut butters may vary slightly. Feel free to get creative and mix and match nut butters and add-ins to create unique and delicious variations of your fudge.
Can I use the stovetop instead of the microwave?
Yes, you can absolutely use the stovetop instead of the microwave to melt the ingredients for your fudge. Just follow the next steps:
- Place your frosting and peanut butter (or other nut butter) in a saucepan.
- Heat on medium-low heat. Use a low setting to prevent burning. Stir continuously as the ingredients heat up.
- Keep stirring until the mixture is smooth and all the ingredients are fully combined.
- Follow the rest of the instructions as described in the recipe card.
