Peanut Butter Cup Fudge
A rich and creamy fudge made with chocolate and peanut butter, perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 145 minutes
- Yield: 16 squares 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling and Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup chocolate chips (for topping)
- Peanut butter cups, chopped (for topping)
Instructions
- Mix the base: In a mixing bowl, combine peanut butter, cocoa powder, powdered sugar, melted butter, salt, and vanilla extract. Stir until smooth.
- Prepare the pan: Pour the mixture into a greased 8-inch square pan and spread evenly.
- Melt the chocolate: Melt the chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl using short intervals, stirring frequently.
- Add the toppings: Top with chopped peanut butter cups, pressing them gently into the melted chocolate.
- Chill to firm: Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until firm.
- Cut and serve: Once set, cut into squares and serve.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 15mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
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