Quick Five-Ingredient Peanut Butter Chocolate Fudge

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A smooth, rich peanut butter chocolate fudge made with just five simple ingredients, ready in under 30 minutes. This american-inspired desserts ready in about 20 minutes layers semi-sweet chocolate chips, creamy peanut butter, (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 180 calories and feeds 16, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 10 min Serves 16 American cuisine 180 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Line an 8x8 inch square baking pan with parchment paper, allowing edges to hang over for easy removal later. In a medium saucepan, combine 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips, 1 cup creamy peanut butter, and 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk. Heat over low heat, stirring constantly for 5-7 minutes until the mixture is fully melted and smooth.
  2. Step 2: Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract and 1/4 teaspoon sea salt flakes evenly throughout the fudge mixture.
  3. Step 3: Immediately pour the fudge mixture into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours until set before cutting into 16 squares and serving.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Quick Five-Ingredient Peanut Butter Chocolate Fudge take to make?

Total time is about 20 minutes (10 min prep + 10 min cook). Most home bakers find this fits a weekend afternoon; chill or store as the recipe directs before serving.

How do I store leftover Quick Five-Ingredient Peanut Butter Chocolate Fudge?

Cool fully before storing. Most baked desserts keep at room temperature in an airtight container for 2–3 days, or in the fridge for up to 5 days. Cream- or custard-based desserts must go in the fridge within 2 hours; reheat gently or serve cold per the recipe.

Can I substitute ingredients in Quick Five-Ingredient Peanut Butter Chocolate Fudge?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Quick Five-Ingredient Peanut Butter Chocolate Fudge for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 16 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 16). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Quick Five-Ingredient Peanut Butter Chocolate Fudge?

American desserts like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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