Description

Creamy Christmas Peanut Butter Fudge is a rich, smooth, and melt-in-your-mouth holiday dessert that comes together with simple pantry ingredients and delivers incredible homemade flavor. This easy recipe is perfect for Christmas dessert tables, homemade food gifts, holiday candy trays, and festive family gatherings. With its velvety peanut butter texture and sweet buttery flavor, this quick dessert recipe is ideal for anyone searching for easy holiday treats, Christmas candy ideas, no-fail fudge recipes, and simple homemade sweets. Whether you are preparing a cozy winter snack, a festive dessert platter, or edible gifts for friends and family, this creamy peanut butter fudge is guaranteed to impress. The soft texture, rich peanut butter taste, and effortless preparation make it one of the best easy dessert ideas for the holiday season.

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 pure vanilla extract

1/4 teaspoon salt

1 tablespoon flaky sea salt for garnish optional

2 tablespoons crushed roasted peanuts optional

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Instructions

1. Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper and lightly grease it for easy removal.

2. In a heavy-bottom saucepan over medium heat, combine the granulated sugar, butter, and whole milk.

3. Stir continuously until the butter melts completely and the mixture begins to boil.

4. Allow the mixture to boil for 4 to 5 minutes while stirring gently to prevent burning.

5. Remove the saucepan from the heat immediately after boiling.

6. Stir in the creamy peanut butter until smooth and fully melted.

7. Add the marshmallow creme, vanilla extract, and salt, then mix until creamy and glossy.

8. Pour the fudge mixture into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly with a spatula.

9. Sprinkle flaky sea salt or crushed peanuts over the top if desired.

10. Refrigerate for 2 to 3 hours or until completely firm.

11. Lift the fudge from the pan using the parchment paper and slice into squares using a sharp knife.

12. Serve chilled or slightly softened at room temperature.

Notes

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

Chill the fudge completely before slicing to create clean and professional-looking squares.

Stir the sugar mixture consistently while cooking to prevent grainy texture or scorching.

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

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 small square
Calories: 180
Sugar: 20g
Sodium: 95mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 22g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 12mg