This mouthwatering Peanut Butter Fudge is made with just three simple ingredients - peanut butter, condensed milk, and vanilla extract. It is a quick and easy recipe that requires no baking, making it perfect for both novice and experienced cooks. The fudge has a smooth and creamy texture with a rich peanut butter flavor that will satisfy any sweet tooth. Serve it as a dessert or give it as a homemade gift for special occasions. Get ready to indulge in the heavenly taste of this irresistible homemade Peanut Butter Fudge!
Ingredients
- 2 cups creamy peanut butter
- 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Directions
- Line a 9-inch square baking pan with parchment paper or aluminum foil, leaving an overhang on two sides for easy removal.
- In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the creamy peanut butter and sweetened condensed milk.
- Cook the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly, until smooth and well combined.
- Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
- Pour the fudge mixture into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly.
- Smooth the top of the fudge using a spatula.
- Refrigerate the fudge for at least 2 hours, or until firm.
- Using the overhang, lift the fudge out of the pan and transfer it to a cutting board.
- Cut the fudge into small squares or rectangles.
- Serve and enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Peanut butter was first introduced at the St. Louis World's Fair in 1904.
March 1st is National Peanut Butter Lover's Day in the United States.
The average American consumes 3 pounds of peanut butter per year.