2-Ingredient Peanut Butter Fudge (No Bake)
This no-bake 2-ingredient peanut butter fudge is quick and easy to make in the microwave with frosting and peanut butter. No confectioners sugar or condensed milk needed! Each bite of fudge is rich with peanut butter flavor, perfectly sweet, and makes a delicious no-cook treat for holiday parties and events. Sprinkle sea salt on top for the perfect touch!
Equipment
- 1 Large Mixing Bowl
- 1 8x8-inch Pan with Parchment Paper
- 1 Rubber Spatula or Knife
Ingredients
- 1 16 oz. jar creamy salted peanut butter see notes*
- 1 16 oz. jar creamy vanilla frosting see notes**
- flaky sea salt optional for topping
Instructions
- Line an 8x8-inch pan with parchment paper, leaving some hanging over the sides of the pan slightly for easy fudge removal later.
- Add the creamy peanut butter to a microwave-safe bowl and heat it in the microwave for 30 seconds. Stir well and microwave for another 15-30 seconds. It will become even creamier and very easy to stir.1 16 oz. jar creamy salted peanut butter
- Remove the peanut butter from the microwave and fold in the vanilla frosting thoroughly until evenly combined. It will thicken the more you stir, but shouldn't be too firm.1 16 oz. jar creamy vanilla frosting
- Transfer the combined peanut butter fudge mixture into the prepared baking pan. Use a rubber spatula or the back of a knife to smooth the fudge into the corners of the pan and create a smooth top.
- If desired, sprinkle sea salt on top of the fudge. Place in the fridge to set up for 2 hours. After chilling, remove the fudge by running a knife around the edges of the pan and lifting the fudge out by the edges of the parchment paper.flaky sea salt
- Slice the fudge into squares and enjoy immediately. Store leftover fudge in an airtight container in the fridge or freeze as desired (see notes).
Notes
Storage & Freezing: Store leftover no-bake fudge squares in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 weeks. Freeze the peanut butter fudge in an airtight container with parchment paper between each fudge layer to prevent sticking. It can store frozen for up to 6 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before enjoying again.
*Peanut Butter: Use creamy peanut butter with salt in the ingredients list. If it does not have salt, add ½ teaspoon to the recipe. Natural peanut butter is not recommended because the extra oil doesn't set up with the frosting well. Crunchy peanut butter will be too thick to combine easily, so creamy salted peanut butter is best. You will slowly melt this in the microwave to make it easier to stir together with the frosting.
**Frosting: Any creamy vanilla frosting works well in this no-bake fudge. For a vegan and gluten-free option, use Duncan Hines Creamy Vanilla Frosting. Cream cheese frosting works, but whipped frostings aren't recommended because the texture doesn't set up as nicely with the peanut butter.
Sea Salt: For a fudge that is less sweet, press extra sea salt on top of the fudge before chilling for a delicious sweet-and-salty flavor.