If you love the combination of chocolate and peanut butter, you'll adore this recipe for chocolate peanut butter fudge. It's quick and easy to make, and the end result is a deliciously creamy and indulgent treat that's perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions:
- Line an 8x8 inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving some overhang on the sides for easy removal later.
- In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine the peanut butter and unsalted butter. Microwave for 1 minute, or until the mixture is melted and smooth.
- Add the vanilla extract and powdered sugar to the bowl, and stir until well combined.
- Microwave the mixture for an additional 1-2 minutes, stirring every 30 seconds, until the mixture is very hot and smooth.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish, and smooth it out evenly.
- In a separate microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate chips in the microwave for 1-2 minutes, stirring every 30 seconds, until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth.
- Pour the melted chocolate over the top of the peanut butter mixture in the baking dish, and use a knife or spatula to swirl the chocolate and peanut butter together.
- Refrigerate the fudge for at least 2 hours, or until it's completely set.
- Use the parchment paper overhang to lift the fudge out of the baking dish, and cut it into small squares.
Enjoy your delicious chocolate peanut butter fudge! Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.