🍫 Mama's Chocolate Peanut Butter Fudge
Old-Fashioned Creamy Fudge with Marshmallow Creme – A Family Recipe Passed Down Through Generations
🍫 Mama's chocolate peanut butter fudge – rich, creamy, and full of memories.
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🍫 Why This Fudge Is the Best
There's something truly special about family recipes that carry generations of memories and love. This old-fashioned chocolate peanut butter fudge is made with marshmallow creme for an incredibly creamy texture and just the right balance of rich chocolate and smooth peanut butter. It's the kind of fudge that makes people close their eyes and say "oh my." And now, it's finally back where it belongs – in the hands of the family who loves it.
- Incredibly Creamy: Marshmallow creme creates the smoothest, creamiest fudge texture.
- Perfect Flavor Balance: Rich semi-sweet chocolate meets creamy peanut butter.
- Foolproof Recipe: No candy thermometer needed – just boil for 5 minutes!
- Great for Gifting: Makes beautiful homemade holiday gifts.
- Generational Recipe: A treasured family recipe that never fails.
- Simple Ingredients: Made with pantry staples you probably already have.
- Long Shelf Life: Stored properly, it lasts for weeks.
- Kid-Approved: The whole family will love it.
🧂 Ingredients & Equipment
Yield: About 36–48 pieces | Prep time: 15 minutes | Cook time: 10 minutes | Set time: 2 hours
Ingredients
Equipment
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
1 Prepare the Pan
Line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper, allowing the paper to overhang the sides for easy removal later. Set the pan aside.
2 Measure All Ingredients
Measure out all the ingredients and have them ready to go. Fudge-making moves quickly – preparation is key!
3 Cook the Fudge Base
In a large, heavy-bottomed saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the granulated sugar and evaporated milk.
Bring the mixture to a rolling boil, stirring constantly. Once boiling, continue cooking for 5 minutes, stirring continuously to prevent scorching.
4 Add Chocolate, Peanut Butter & Vanilla
Remove the saucepan from the heat and quickly stir in:
- Vanilla extract (1½ teaspoons)
- Semi-sweet chocolate chips (1½ cups)
- Creamy peanut butter (1½ cups)
- Marshmallow creme (7 oz jar)
Stir vigorously until all ingredients are fully incorporated and the mixture becomes smooth and glossy.
5 Pour and Set the Fudge
Pour the fudge mixture into the prepared baking pan, spreading it out evenly with a spatula.
Allow the fudge to cool at room temperature for about 2 hours until it sets completely.
6 Cut and Serve
Once the fudge is firm, lift it out of the pan using the parchment paper overhang. Place it on a cutting board and cut into bite-sized squares (about 1-inch pieces).
✨ Pro Tips for Perfect Fudge
- Use a heavy-bottomed saucepan: Prevents scorching and ensures even heat distribution.
- Don't skip the boiling time: Exactly 5 minutes is key to the right consistency.
- Stir continuously: Constant stirring prevents sugar crystals from forming.
- Work quickly when adding ingredients: The mixture sets fast, so have everything measured and ready.
- Use good quality vanilla: A little extra vanilla (1½ tsp) adds wonderful depth of flavor.
- Don't over-stir after pouring: This can create a grainy texture.
- Use creamy peanut butter: For the smoothest texture. Crunchy can be used for added texture.
- Store properly: Keep in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.
❄️ Storage & Gifting Tips
| Storage Method | Duration | Instructions |
|---|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 1-2 weeks | Airtight container in a cool place |
| Refrigerator | 3-4 weeks | Wrap tightly or use an airtight container |
| Freezer | 3-6 months | Wrap in plastic wrap and place in a freezer bag |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Yes! Crunchy peanut butter adds a nice texture. Creamy is preferred for the classic smooth texture.
No – evaporated milk is essential for the right consistency and creaminess.
This usually happens from sugar crystallization. Be sure to stir constantly while boiling and don't scrape the sides of the pan.
Use dairy-free butter and dairy-free evaporated milk alternatives.
It's better to make in batches – a double batch may not cook evenly and can overflow the saucepan.
Stored properly in an airtight container, it lasts 1-2 weeks at room temperature, 3-4 weeks in the refrigerator, or 3-6 months in the freezer.
📄 Printable Recipe Card
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║ MAMA'S CHOCOLATE PEANUT BUTTER FUDGE ║
║ Old-Fashioned Creamy Fudge with Marshmallow Creme ║
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YIELD: 36-48 pieces | PREP: 15 min | COOK: 10 min | SET: 2 hours
INGREDIENTS:
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 4 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup evaporated milk
- 1½ teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1½ cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1½ cups creamy peanut butter
- 7 oz marshmallow creme
INSTRUCTIONS:
1. Line a 9x13-inch pan with parchment paper.
2. In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
3. Add sugar and evaporated milk. Bring to a rolling boil, stirring constantly.
4. Boil for exactly 5 minutes, stirring continuously.
5. Remove from heat. Quickly stir in vanilla, chocolate chips, peanut butter, and marshmallow creme until smooth and glossy.
6. Pour into prepared pan and spread evenly.
7. Cool at room temperature for 2 hours (or refrigerate for 1 hour).
8. Lift from pan, cut into squares, and serve.
"Finally nailed my mama's fudge… actually my great grandma's fudge recipe." 🍫✨
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