2-Ingredient Peanut Butter Fudge
A tasty sweet treat you can make in minutes. Try this 2-ingredient peanut butter fudge (without frosting) for a delicious no-cook dessert.
This post may contain affiliate links.
I might be a dietitian, but I’m also a dessert person through and through.
After dinner, I love to have a little sweet treat to cleanse my palate… You know? And if you’re anything like me, you’re constantly looking for easy and delicious dessert options to keep stocked.
Introducing: 2-ingredient peanut butter fudge. This quick and easy dessert comes together in minutes and is just as rich as something more complicated. Even better? This fudge recipe requires zero cooking. You’ll just melt your 2 ingredients together, refrigerate, and enjoy.
Why you’ll love 2-ingredient peanut butter fudge
2 ingredients: I’m serious about this! All you need is white chocolate chips and peanut butter to make this simple dessert. I also top with flakey sea salt, but that’s optional.
Super decadent: This recipe might be incredibly easy, but it’s also super satisfying. This tastes like rich and creamy fudge without all the work.
No cook: Unlike traditional fudge, you won’t need to fuss over the stove with this no-cook recipe.
No frosting: Most 2-ingredient peanut butter fudge recipes uses creamy peanut butter and frosting. My version uses natural peanut butter and white chocolate, and I think it’s way better.
Ingredients
You’ll only need two ingredients to make this no-cook fudge recipe.
Natural peanut butter: You’re looking for the kind with just “peanuts” on the label (it’s okay if salt is in there too). You’ll also want to make sure it’s fresh and runny, or your fudge may be dry. Smooth or crunchy both work. I don’t recommend using sweetened creamy peanut butter for this recipe.
White chocolate chips: I used white chocolate chips instead of the frosting you see in most recipes because I prefer the flavor. You could also substitute milk chocolate chips if you’d prefer.
Swaps and additions
- Swap natural peanut butter for almond butter or another nut butter
- Try milk or dark chocolate chips instead of white chocolate chips
- Use dairy-free chocolate chips if you have dietary restrictions
- Top your no-cook fudge with whole chocolate chips or crushed nuts before refrigerating
Step-by-step instructions
Line a loaf pan with parchment paper and set aside. Add your peanut butter to a medium mixing bowl, and set aside.
In a microwave-safe bowl, microwave white chocolate chips until just melted. Warm in 15-second intervals, stirring well in between. Be careful not to over-heat your chocolate chips.
Pour white chocolate into the mixing bowl with peanut butter, and stir until combined and smooth.
Transfer to the lined loaf pan. Using the back of a spoon or spatula, smooth the top and distribute the mixture throughout the pan. Add flakey sea salt on top if desired.
Transfer to the fridge and cool for a minimum of 2 hours. Once it’s cooled and completely set, transfer to a cutting board and slice into 16 squares. Store in a food container with a fitted lid in the fridge.
Shop this post
How to store your no-cook fudge
It’s very important to let your 2-ingredient peanut butter fudge completely cool and set before slicing. This will help the fudge squares keep their shape.
Once cooled and sliced, transfer fudge to a food container with a fitted lid.
Keep your fudge stored in the fridge. It will stay good for up to one week.
Want healthier dessert ideas?
Top tips
Use runny peanut butter: If your peanut butter is older and more firm, your fudge might be dry. Fresh, runny peanut butter will produce the best texture.
Buy good quality chocolate: Find a white chocolate you really love for the best results.
Let it cool before slicing: Make sure your 2-ingredient peanut butter fudge is totally cooled and set before slicing.
Store in the fridge: The fudge can melt if stored at room temperature. Make sure it’s kept stored in the fridge.
Did you try this recipe?
Leave your rating and review below! And don’t forget to post a picture to Instagram, and tag me @real.life.nutritionist.
2-Ingredient Peanut Butter Fudge
Ingredients
- 1 cup natural peanut butter
- 1 cup white chocolate chips
- flakey sea salt, optional
Equipment
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 loaf pan
Instructions
- Line a loaf pan with parchment paper and set aside. Add your peanut butter to a medium mixing bowl, and set aside.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, microwave white chocolate chips until just melted. Warm in 15-second intervals, stirring well in between. Be careful not to over-heat your chocolate chips.
- Pour white chocolate into the mixing bowl with peanut butter, and stir until combined and smooth.
- Transfer to the lined loaf pan. Using the back of a spoon or spatula, smooth the top and distribute the mixture throughout the pan. Add flakey sea salt on top if desired.
- Transfer to the fridge and cool for a minimum of 2 hours. Once it's cooled and completely set, transfer to a cutting board and slice into 16 squares. Store in a food container with a fitted lid in the fridge.