The World’s Best Chocolate Peanut Butter Fudge

May 26, 2023May 26, 20230 2

The World's Best Chocolate Peanut Butter Fudge that you will ever taste

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

10 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

310

Sugar

49g

Fat

12g

This delicious fudge recipe is the perfect treat for all chocolate and peanut butter lovers. It's creamy and fudgy with a perfect balance of sweetness and saltiness from the peanut butter. The addition of chopped walnuts gives the fudge a nice crunch and adds extra protein and healthy fats. This recipe is easy to make and can be enjoyed anytime as a sweet dessert or snack. Make a batch and share it with your loved ones.

Instructions

1.	Line an 8x8 square baking dish with parchment paper. Set aside.
2.	In a large heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine sugar, cocoa powder, and milk over medium heat. Cook, whisking constantly, until sugar has dissolved.
3.	Bring mixture to a boil and cook until it reaches 234°F on a candy thermometer.
4.	Remove from heat and stir in peanut butter, vanilla essence, salt, and chopped walnuts until well combined.
5.	Pour fudge mixture into prepared baking dish. Chill in refrigerator for at least 2 hours or until set.
6.	Once set, remove fudge from the dish by lifting the parchment paper. Cut into small squares and serve.

PROS

This recipe makes a large batch of fudge that can be stored in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.

It’s a sweet treat that is perfect for sharing with friends and family.

CONS

This fudge recipe is high in sugar and fat, so it should be enjoyed in moderation.

It’s not suitable for people with nut allergies due to its use of peanut butter and walnuts.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This recipe contains walnuts, which are a good source of omega-3 fatty acids, fiber, and protein.
Dark chocolate also has antioxidants that may help improve heart health and reduce the risk of certain diseases. However, this fudge should still be consumed in moderation.

	750 g sugar
	1 cup cocoa powder ( I use Hintz Dutch processed cocoa powder )
	1 1/2 cups fresh milk ( or low fat milk )
	1/4 cup smooth peanut butter
	1 teaspoon vanilla essence
	1 pinch salt
	1 cup walnuts , chopped