This two-layer Chocolate Peanut Butter Fudge is quick to make and packed with flavor! Smooth, creamy, and the perfect sweet treat!
Growing up, my mom would spend the month of December in the kitchen baking all sorts of goodies. She would then assemble them onto plates and deliver them to all the neighbors as a Christmas present!
One of the things she made each year was her “Fantasy Fudge“. In fact, she would typically make a double or triple batch of it and we would have lots for not only the neighbors, but also to enjoy as a family!
I would sneak down in the afternoons and sneak one or two pieces, because it was one of my favorites! Of course, whenever we stopped somewhere that sold fudge, Chocolate Peanut Butter Fudge was always my favorite!
Christmas Sweets have always been a staple, but this Chocolate Peanut Butter Fudge really ups the game!
Now that I am older and have a family of my own, I have continued the tradition of Christmas baking and delivering goodie boxes to my neighbors. My kids LOVE passing the boxes out, and of course, my neighbors enjoy all the assortment of treats!
Since my mom is our family fudge maker, she still makes the Fantasy Fudge that we all love and devour. However, this year, my hubby decided to put a spin on it and attempt a Chocolate Peanut Butter Fudge as well.
This is a classic, over the stove top Chocolate Peanut Butter Fudge. It’s so worth the extra effort!
One afternoon, he got the idea, set out to work, and before long….this fudge came about and not only was incredibly flavorful, but so festive and pretty in the boxes too!
We passed out the neighbor boxes this past weekend and everyone especially raved about the fudge!
Although I still love me some Fantasy Fudge, I must say, this Chocolate Peanut Butter Fudge is definitely a tie and one I plan on having around each year!
You can never have too many sweets, right?!
If you love this fudge, take a look at my other favorite holiday sweets!
Chocolate Crinkle Candy Cane Blossoms
Enjoy!
What are some traditions your family has? I love all the traditions the Christmas season brings about! Its always neat to hear all the ways families come together, spread joy, and give to others!
Don’t forget to print out a recipe card below! it includes instructions and ingredients to make this amazing fudge!
Chocolate Peanut Butter Fudge
Ingredients
Chocolate Layer
- 1-1/2 cups sugar
- 6 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1/3 cup evaporated milk
- 6 oz semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup marshmallow fluff
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Peanut Butter Layer
- 1-1/2 cups sugar
- 6 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1/3 cup evaporated milk
- 1/2 cup peanut butter
- 1/2 cup marshmallow fluff
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Line an 8×8 baking pan with foil and lightly coat with cooking spray.
For Chocolate Layer
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt sugar, butter and evaporated milk
- Once boiling, reduce heat to medium-low and cook to 234 F, or about 4 more minutes. *Be very careful not to burn the sugar / butter / milk mixture*
- Remove from heat and add chocolate chips, fluff, and vanilla. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are blended
- Pour into greased pan, spreading evenly. Allow to cool on the counter.
For Peanut Butter Layer
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt sugar, butter and evaporated milk
- Once boiling, reduce heat to medium-low and cook to 234 F, or about 4 more minutes. *Be very careful not to burn the sugar / butter / milk mixture*
- Remove from heat and add peanut butter, fluff, and vanilla. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are blended
- Pour over chocolate layer, and allow to set on the counter for at least an hour. *cooling in the fridge will affect the texture*
- Flip fudge onto cutting board and cut into 1" x 1" pieces.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition
Stephanie
Can your fudge be left out or does it need to be kept in the fridge?
Kristin
Either works, but I prefer mine on the counter, room temperature! It won’t lose its shape and is delicious!