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A stack of old-fashioned 3-ingredient peanut butter fudge cut into neat squares with a smooth, creamy texture and a light fudge crumble. The rich peanut butter fudge is arranged on parchment paper atop a rustic wooden board, with a few pieces broken open to show the soft interior. Photographed in warm natural light for a cozy homemade holiday candy presentation.

three-ingredient peanut butter fudge

Classic three-ingredient peanut butter fudge that is creamy, melts on your tongue, and tastes like childhood. Made with just sugar, milk, and creamy peanut butter—no thermometer required.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 12 minutes
Servings: 36 squares
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • ½ cup milk
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan, 8×8-inch pan, parchment paper, timer, spatula

Method
 

  1. Line an 8×8-inch pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine sugar and milk. Stir until the mixture reaches a full rolling boil.
  3. Boil for exactly 2½ minutes without stirring.
  4. Remove from heat and stir in the peanut butter until completely smooth and glossy.
  5. Pour into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
  6. Cool at room temperature until firm, about 2 hours.
  7. Lift out and cut into squares.

Notes

Use a timer for the 2½-minute boil. Standard creamy peanut butter works best. Do not stir during the boil. Let cool completely before cutting. Store airtight. Freezes beautifully. Hide a few pieces—the batch disappears fast.