Creamy and rich, this chocolate peanut butter fudge is simple to make. You only need three ingredients and most of the work is done in the microwave! You can’t go wrong combining these two classic flavors!
Jump to:
✔️ Quick Recipe Overview
Why This Is The BEST Chocolate Peanut Butter Fudge Recipe Out There: The perfect combination of peanut butter and chocolate, this fudge comes together quickly and tastes like it took you all day to make!
How Long It Takes: 10 minutes to prep, 4 hours to set
Equipment You Need: 8x8 inch pan
Making fudge is an annual ritual for me. I love having it on hand to share with friends who drop by. Just like these 7 layer bars and this cracker candy, it's so nice to package it up in a festive box and have ready to give as gifts around the holidays. If you're a fan of both peanut butter fudge and chocolate fudge, then this recipe is for you!
ℹ️ Why This Recipe Works
1. You can make fudge with only three ingredients.
2. This peanut butter fudge can be made in the microwave!
3. This is a no bake recipe. A simple recipe that takes only 10 minutes to make!
🛒 Ingredients You'll Need
Fudge comes in all kinds of flavors and this version highlights both chocolate and peanut butter. Condensed milk fudge is my favorite; not only is it delicious but the sweetened condensed milk is that special ingredient that gives this recipe its creamy texture and holds it together.
Adding additional ingredients is always an option and is a fun way to customize this recipe. I've added peanuts, almonds, shredded coconut, and pecans to this recipe and it was amazing! And if you like fruit in your fudge, try adding dried cherries and mangos. I also love the taste when I've added white chocolate or butterscotch chips. And I've been know to add in some leftover Halloween candy!
In this recipe, I've used smooth peanut butter, but you could also use a chunky version to add texture. Dark chocolate is also wonderful in this recipe but use any type of chocolate chips that you like!
🍫 Combining Peanut Butter and Chocolate
Chocolate and peanut butter are a classic combination. In this recipe, the chocolate is melted with half of the sweetened condensed milk. The peanut butter will be separately melted with the remaining condensed milk.
One of the ways you can build the fudge is in two distinct layers with a solid layer of one and then the other. Or, you can make one solid layer of chocolate, which is what I chose to do, and then add the peanut butter and swirl it in with a spatula. I like the bottom layer of chocolate because it sets a firm foundation and the creamy peanut butter layer sits beautifully on top.
You can also create swirls by adding scoops of the chocolate, then the peanut butter with either an ice cream scoop or a large spoon. This method is similar to how you might create swirls in a bundt cake. You'll want to alternate the flavors and then take a knife and go back and forth to mix them together.
And you can also melt the peanut butter and the chocolate together with all of the sweetened condensed milk to have one uniform layer that is a mixture of the two flavors. As you can see, making this fudge recipe is not only super easy but it's very versatile!
👩🍳 Using a Microwave to Make Fudge
Your microwave is a great tool to use with this fudge recipe. It cuts your prep time down to nearly nothing (honestly, less than 10 minutes start to finish and if you are in a hurry, you can make it in 5-6 minutes). Plan ahead, though, as this sweet deliciousness will need time in the refrigerator to set.
WANT TO SAVE THIS RECIPE?
Enter your email to receive this recipe, along with weekly food inspiration!
If you don't have a microwave, no problem! Just heat the ingredients in two small saucepans on the stovetop. Using a double boiler to melt your chocolate is a great option, especially since microwaves differ in power.
📋 Step-by-Step Recipe Instructions
Step 1: Prepare a 8x8 pan with aluminum foil and spray the foil with cooking spray.
Step 2: In a medium size microwave bowl, combine the peanut butter with half of the sweetened condensed milk. Microwave for 1 minute and 30 seconds, ensuring to stir every 30 seconds. Remove the bowl from the microwave and set aside.
Step 3: In a separate medium bowl, add the chocolate chips with the remaining ½ of the sweetened condensed milk.
Step 4: Place the bowl in the microwave and melt the chocolate for 1 minute, ensuring to stir at the 30 second interval. Remove the bowl from the microwave and set aside.
👩🍳 Important Note: The consistency of both the melted chocolate and peanut butter should be smooth, but with a slight firm texture. It should be easy to stir, yet slightly thick. If it's too thick or hard to stir, then you've probably microwaves it for too long.
Step 5: Layer the melted chocolate and melted peanut butter mixtures in the prepared pan.
Step 6: Cover the pan with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight. After it has chilled, cut it into squares and enjoy!
🙋 Recipe FAQs
Yes, melt them together. Melt the chocolate chips with ½ of the sweetened condensed milk in the microwave for 2 minutes. The chocolate is melted with half of the sweetened condensed milk. The peanut butter will be separately melted with the remaining condensed milk.
Yes, this recipe can be doubled. If doubling, use a 9x13 dish.
💭 Expert Tips
- Fudge slices best with a sharp chef's knife.
- Warm the knife first by running it under hot water. Dry the knife with a clean cloth and use it to slice through the cold fudge.
- Cold fudge slices more easily. Do not let the it come to room temperature before cutting.
- This easy fudge is ideal for the holidays! It's perfect to add to your dessert table at home or even nicer to make as gifts for teachers, friends, and family.
- It should be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator. To ensure the fudge doesn't stick to each other, use a piece of wax or parchment paper to separate each piece. Fudge that is stored in the refrigerator will last between 2 to 3 weeks when its kept in an air-tight container.
🍽️ Let’s Make More Fudge!
I make the most amazing baked goods and dessert recipes over at A Baker’s House. My cookie butter fudge is always popular, especially around the holidays. Yes, cookie butter is a Trader Joe’s specialty, although I’ve noticed it in other stores and brands. Making cookie butter fudge follows this same easy microwave technique.
Chocolate fudge with dried cherries is a creative twist to brighten up your traditional, plain version. And although my oatmeal fudge bars are not a traditional fudge recipe, it is one of my most popular posts and I know you'll love it too! And speaking of desserts, try making this really easy and delicious pumpkin gelato recipe. It's another excellent sweet treat!
Did you find this blog post and these step-by-step instructions helpful? If you’ve tried this recipe then don’t forget to rate the recipe and let me know how it turned out in the comments below! I love hearing from you!
Loving this fudge recipe? If you want to try making a homemade version, try this traditional fudge recipe! It's rich and full of chocolate flavor.
Chocolate Peanut Butter Fudge
Ingredients
- 1 12 ounce bag semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup peanut butter
- 1 14 ounce can of sweetened condensed milk
Instructions
- Prepare an 8x8 inch pan with aluminum foil. Spray with cooking spray.
- In a microwave safe container, combine 1 cup of peanut butter and half of the sweetened condensed milk. Microwave for 1 minute and 30 seconds. Stir until smooth. Set aside.
- In a second microwave safe container, combine the 12 ounce bag of chocolate chips and the remaining sweetened condensed milk.
- Melt the chocolate chips and the remaining sweetened condensed milk in the microwave for 1 minute, stirring at the 30 second interval. Stir until smooth.Important Note: If you don't have a microwave, no problem! Just heat the ingredients in two small saucepans on the stovetop. Using a double boiler to melt your chocolate is a great option, especially since microwaves differ in power.
- Pour the chocolate mixture into the prepared pan. Pour or scoop out the peanut butter mixture on top. Spread evenly. Take a knife, spray it with cooking spray, and then run it through the two layers to combine, creating swirls.
- Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 3 to 4 hours.
- Cut the fudge into small squares to serve. Store in the refrigerator until ready to enjoy.
Video
Notes
- Several people ask if you heat the chocolate and milk or just stir them together? The answer is you should melt the chocolate chips with ½ of the sweetened condensed milk in the microwave. So yes, melt them together. The chocolate is melted with half of the sweetened condensed milk. The peanut butter will be separately melted with the remaining condensed milk.
- Fudge slices best with a sharp chef's knife.
- Warm your knife first by running it under hot water. Dry the knife with a clean cloth and use it to slice through.
- Cold fudge slices more easily. Do not let the it come to room temperature before cutting.
- This recipe is ideal for the holidays! It's perfect to add to your dessert table at home or even nicer to make as gifts for teachers, friends, and family.
- It should be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator. To ensure the fudge doesn't stick to each other, use a piece of wax or parchment paper to separate each piece. Fudge that is stored in the refrigerator will last between 2 to 3 weeks when its kept in an air-tight container.
- I used smooth peanut butter, but you could also use a chunky version to add texture.
- Dark chocolate would be wonderful, too! Use any type of chocolate chips that you’d like.
WANT TO SAVE THIS RECIPE?
Enter your email to receive this recipe, along with weekly food inspiration!
Nutrition
Nate
Very standard fudge, barebones. Tastes like exactly what I expect out of fudge. Great in a pinch because of just how little effort it takes. Perfect emergency/last minute dessert. I love simple treats like this. Thank you for recipe.
Amanda Mason
So glad you loved it, Nate! I cant wait to hear what other recipes if mine you try!!
Birdena Smith
Love this!! Made it twice now. Just wondering if it can be frozen...I give half to my daughter and I can not eat half myself.
Amanda Mason
So glad you love this fudge recipe so much!! Yes - you can freeze it! And smart to give some away so you dont eat it all in one sitting!!
Stacy
Be SURE to NOT get 1 drop of any liquid in your chocolate or it will seize up. Speaking from experience lol.. the recipe it's self is FANTASTIC! 1ST time I have ever made fudge, I am 58!
Amanda Mason
I'm so glad it turned out so well for you!!! I'm honored that you tried this fudge recipe as your first ever fudge recipe!! So cool!
MB
I just want to make sure. Should vanilla be added? Thanks.
Amanda Mason
Hi there! No, I don't add vanilla extract in this recipe.
Christeen Vickery
Too sweet and rich. THe consistently of the peanut fudge and chocolate mixture was too thick to spread. Once set the peanut butter didn’t have a fudge consistency and taste. I personally think the recipe has too much peanut butter
Amanda Mason
Thanks for your feedback! It's good to have different perspectives.