Description
Paula Deen’s peanut butter fudge delivers creamy indulgence with simple ingredients. Southern charm meets sweet perfection in this quick dessert that delights chocolate and peanut butter fans looking for a classic treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (227 grams / ½ lb) butter
- 1 cup (250 grams) creamy peanut butter
- ½ lb (226 grams) sliced easy-melt cheese
- 2 (16 oz / 454 grams) boxes confectioner’s sugar
- 1 cup (120 grams) chopped nuts
- 1 tsp (5 ml) vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preparation: Grease a 9 by 2-inch square baking pan with nonstick cooking spray, ensuring complete surface coverage.
- Melting Phase: In a medium saucepan, combine cheese and butter over medium heat, stirring until they meld into a smooth, glossy consistency.
- Flavor Integration: Add peanut butter to the melted mixture, stirring continuously until the texture becomes completely uniform and silky.
- Aromatic Enhancement: Remove from heat and blend in vanilla extract and chopped nuts, mixing thoroughly to distribute flavors evenly.
- Mixture Consolidation: Pour the warm, melted mixture over confectioner’s sugar in a large bowl, stirring diligently until a thick, cohesive candy base forms.
- Pan Setting: Transfer the dense candy mixture into the prepared pan, applying firm, consistent pressure to spread evenly across the surface.
- Finishing Touch: Blot the fudge surface with a paper towel to remove excess oil, creating a refined appearance.
- Chilling and Serving: Refrigerate for 1-2 hours until completely set. Once hardened, slice into uniform squares and serve at room temperature.
Notes
- Precise Pan Preparation: Spray the entire baking pan evenly to prevent fudge from sticking and ensure easy removal.
- Controlled Melting Technique: Use medium heat and stir constantly to prevent burning or separating ingredients, creating a smooth base for the fudge.
- Thorough Mixing Strategy: Incorporate powdered sugar gradually and mix vigorously to eliminate lumps and achieve a consistent, creamy texture.
- Chilling and Cutting Tips: Refrigerate for at least 1-2 hours until completely firm, and use a sharp knife to cut clean, uniform squares for perfect presentation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 24
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 45 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg