Description

Creamy Christmas Peanut Butter Fudge is a rich, smooth, and melt-in-your-mouth holiday dessert that’s perfect for Christmas parties, homemade food gifts, and festive dessert trays. This easy recipe combines creamy peanut butter, buttery sweetness, and soft marshmallow texture to create irresistible fudge squares everyone will love. Whether you need a quick holiday dessert, easy Christmas candy, sweet snack idea, or homemade treat for family gatherings, this peanut butter fudge delivers incredible flavor with minimal effort. Perfect for holiday baking, dessert platters, Christmas candy boxes, and cozy winter nights, this easy fudge recipe is simple enough for beginners while still tasting bakery-quality.

Ingredients

2 cups granulated sugar

1/2 cup unsalted butter

1/2 cup whole milk

1 cup creamy peanut butter

7 ounces marshmallow creme

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1/4 teaspoon salt

1 tablespoon flaky sea salt for garnish optional

1/4 cup chopped roasted peanuts optional

Instructions

1. Line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper and lightly grease the surface for easy removal.

2. Measure all ingredients before starting to ensure the cooking process moves smoothly.

3. In a heavy-bottom saucepan, combine sugar, butter, and milk over medium heat while stirring continuously.

4. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil and continue stirring for 4 to 5 minutes until glossy and smooth.

5. Remove the saucepan from heat immediately.

6. In a large bowl, combine peanut butter, marshmallow creme, vanilla extract, and salt.

7. Pour the hot sugar mixture into the peanut butter mixture and stir until completely smooth and creamy.

8. Fold in optional chopped peanuts if desired.

9. Transfer the fudge mixture into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.

10. Sprinkle flaky sea salt on top for extra flavor.

11. Let the fudge cool at room temperature for 30 minutes.

12. Refrigerate for 2 to 3 hours or until fully firm.

13. Lift the fudge from the pan using the parchment paper and slice into squares.

14. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container.

Notes

Use creamy peanut butter instead of natural peanut butter for the smoothest texture and best consistency.

Avoid overcooking the sugar mixture because it can make the fudge dry or crumbly instead of soft and creamy.

Allow the fudge to chill completely before slicing to create clean, neat squares.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 square
Calories: 210
Sugar: 25g
Sodium: 95mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 28g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 12mg

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