I don’t say this lightly: this is the easiest fudge you will ever make. No candy thermometer. No scorched pots. No patience required. Just peanut butter, butter, and powdered sugar doing a delicious little magic trick in your microwave. Dangerously addictive. You’ve been warned.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Prep
Line an 8×8 inch pan with parchment paper (leave overhang for easy lifting).
Melt
In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine peanut butter and butter.
Microwave for 45 seconds. Stir. Microwave another 20–30 seconds until completely smooth and melted.
Mix
Stir in vanilla (if using). Add powdered sugar and mix with a spatula until fully combined. It will look crumbly at first, then come together into a thick, smooth dough.
Press & Chill
Press mixture firmly into prepared pan. Smooth the top with a spatula or your hands.
Refrigerate for 1–2 hours until completely firm.
Cut & Serve
Lift out of pan using parchment. Cut into small squares (it’s rich!). Serve cold or at room temperature.
Summary
Prep Time: 5 min | Chill Time: 1 hour | Total: 65 min
Yield: 16 pieces | Difficulty: Extremely Easy
Storage Notes
Fridge: 2 weeks in an airtight container. Freezer: 3 months (layer with parchment). Eat straight from the freezer—it’s like peanut butter candy.
