Description
Ridiculously easy and irresistibly rich microwave peanut butter fudge made with just six ingredients—perfect for a quick sweet treat or edible gift.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1½ cups creamy peanut butter
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3¼ cups powdered sugar (sifted for best texture)
- 1 tablespoon water (to help parchment stick in pan)
- Optional: red and green M&Ms, mini marshmallows, chocolate chips, or peanut butter chips for garnish
Instructions
- Cut two pieces of parchment paper: one to line an 8×8-inch pan with overhang, the other to place on top of the fudge later.
- Add 1 tablespoon of water to the pan and line it with the larger parchment piece.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the butter and peanut butter. Microwave for 60 seconds, then stir until smooth.
- Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add powdered sugar, one cup at a time, stirring until smooth and lump-free.
- Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared pan with a spatula.
- Place the second parchment piece on top and gently press to smooth the surface.
- Refrigerate for 2 hours until firm.
- Remove top parchment, pre-score the fudge into squares, then lift out using the parchment overhang.
- Warm a sharp knife under hot water, dry, and slice the fudge cleanly into squares.
- Optionally, top each square with 2–3 red and green M&Ms or other garnishes.
Notes
- Sifting powdered sugar helps achieve a smoother texture.
- Do not use natural peanut butter—it may make the fudge oily.
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week, or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Use different peanut butter brands for subtle changes in flavor and color.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 55mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 7mg
