Description
Creamy Christmas Peanut Butter Fudge is a rich, smooth, and melt-in-your-mouth holiday dessert that’s perfect for Christmas parties, dessert trays, edible gifts, and festive gatherings. This easy recipe combines creamy peanut butter, buttery sweetness, and fluffy marshmallow creme to create a decadent homemade fudge with the perfect soft texture. Whether you need a quick Christmas dessert, easy holiday candy, sweet snack idea, or homemade food gift, this peanut butter fudge recipe delivers delicious results every time. The balance of sweet and salty flavors makes every bite irresistible, especially when topped with flaky sea salt or festive holiday sprinkles.
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
1/4 cup crushed roasted peanuts optional
1/4 cup mini chocolate chips optional
2 tablespoons holiday sprinkles optional
Instructions
1. Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper and lightly grease the paper for easy removal.
2. Measure and prepare all ingredients before starting because the fudge mixture comes together quickly.
3. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the granulated sugar, butter, and whole milk.
4. Stir continuously until the butter melts completely and the sugar dissolves.
5. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil and continue cooking for 4 to 5 minutes while stirring constantly.
6. Remove the saucepan from the heat immediately after cooking.
7. In a large mixing bowl, combine the peanut butter, marshmallow creme, vanilla extract, and salt.
8. Pour the hot sugar mixture into the bowl with the peanut butter mixture.
9. Stir quickly until the mixture becomes smooth, creamy, and fully combined.
10. Transfer the fudge mixture into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.
11. Sprinkle flaky sea salt, crushed peanuts, chocolate chips, or holiday sprinkles over the top if desired.
12. Refrigerate for 2 to 3 hours or until the fudge becomes fully firm.
13. Lift the fudge from the pan using the parchment paper and cut into squares using a sharp knife.
14. Serve chilled or allow the fudge to soften slightly at room temperature before serving.
Notes
Use regular creamy peanut butter instead of natural peanut butter to achieve the smoothest texture and proper setting consistency.
Stir the sugar mixture constantly while cooking to prevent burning or grainy fudge.
For perfectly clean slices, chill the fudge completely and wipe the knife clean between each cut.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 12mg