Layered Chocolate Peanut Butter Fudge
A swoon-worthy, creamy layered chocolate peanut butter fudge! You’ll make this decadent candy again and again.
This Easy Peanut Butter Fudge makes terrific hostess or food gifts for the holidays. Nobody needs to know you didn’t have to break a sweat to make it!
Layered Chocolate Peanut Butter Fudge
I’m not sure why it took me so long to make this incredible confection. Maybe it was because I knew the hubby wouldn’t touch it, and I, on the other hand, would have trouble keeping my distance. This chocolate peanut butter fudge surpassed my expectations and was totally irresistible.
Tips for Making This Easy Peanut Butter Fudge Recipe
This recipe is basically my tried and true no-fail fudge with a twist. I made a half batch of the traditional version with marshmallow creme and chocolate chips, then topped that with a batch using a half-cup of peanut butter instead of chocolate.
- I always use a candy thermometer to ensure that the sugar melts properly, although using marshmallow creme does prevent sugar from recrystallizing. The mixture should reach a temperature of 234 degrees.
- If you make your layered chocolate peanut butter fudge without a thermometer, just make sure your candy is at a rolling boil for 4 full minutes and you should be fine.
- I like using an offset spatula to spread each layer evenly in the pan. But spread quickly, then don’t shake or move the pan until the fudge sets so you have a smooth top surface.
- Lining the pan with non-stick foil allows you to remove the whole batch to a cutting board once cooled. It’s much easier to slice when out of the pan.
- Store your easy peanut butter fudge in an airtight tin to keep it fresh longer. It should keep well for 2-3 weeks.
- Fudge also freezes well and will stay fresh for months. Defrost in the refrigerator to minimize any condensation.
Tom, Katie, and I all nibbled away at this two-toned treat, and I sent a bunch home with Tom for his roommates to inhale, instead of me. This layered chocolate peanut butter fudge may have to replace the peanut blossoms I make each year for the holidays. Try this Tiger Bark or these Peanut Butter Bonbons if you love this combination. It’s amazing!
Here are a few more Holiday Recipes from my blogger friends: Ginger Bears by Cravings of a Lunatic, Peppermint Chocolate Cupcakes by The Dutch Baker’s Daughter, and Cranberry Pistachio Biscotti by Noshing With The Nolands.
This post was first shared in December 2013. The text and photos were updated in 2019.
Layered Chocolate Peanut Butter Fudge Recipe
A delectable, creamy two layer fudge featuring chocolate and peanut butter!
Ingredients
- 3 cups sugar, divided
- 12 tablespoons butter, divided
- 2/3 cup evaporated milk, divided
- 1 teaspoon vanilla, divided
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup peanut butter
- 7 ounce jar marshmallow creme, divided
Instructions
- Line 9x9 pan with non-stick foil. Set aside.Combine 1½ cups sugar, 6 tablespoons butter, ⅓ cup evaporated milk in a heavy saucepan.
- Bring to a boil, stirring constantly till temperature reaches 234º.
- Remove from heat and stir in ½ teaspoon vanilla, the chocolate chips and half the marshmallow creme (just less than ½ cup). Mix till chips are melted.
- Pour into prepared pan and smooth with off-set spatula.
- Repeat with remaining ingredients, adding peanut butter, vanilla and marshmallow cream when mixture reaches 234º.
- Pour peanut butter fudge over chocolate fudge and smooth top.
- Cool to room temperature, then cut into squares to serve.
Notes
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
36Serving Size:
1 squareAmount Per Serving: Calories: 167Total Fat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 12mgSodium: 58mgCarbohydrates: 26gFiber: 1gSugar: 23gProtein: 1g
59 Comments on “Layered Chocolate Peanut Butter Fudge”
Peanut butter and marshmallow creme? Well, I’m sold! These would go quick at my house because both Ryan and me love fudge. Thank you for sharing!
I’d get several wire bale air seal glass jars
This has to be one of my favorite recipes here! I must make this before Christmas.
It’s been eons since I made fudge! I think the main reason I stopped is because I also wouldn’t be able to keep my distance. No one in the family likes it but me. Lots of temptation here Liz!
Lovely layered fudge bars, Liz! I love how you carefully sliced and arranged them in one single row in the tray!
LOL. Even your fudge is sophisticated, Liz! Can’t imagine why your husband wouldn’t dive in? Marshmallow creme? PB? Anyway it is definitely irresistible looking to this Ninja Baker =)
Looks like a combination made in heaven Liz! My kids would LOVE this! pinned!
What gorgeous fudge, Liz! They look like the sort you’d see in specialty shops in places like Martha’s Vineyard 🙂
Uff, this looks incredible, Liz!!!
Good call in sending these off for the roommates, Liz! My weakness is salty but when you mix it with sweet, there is trouble. Gorgeous fudge!
Dear friend Liz.
I have not been able to visit the corners of my friends so dear because my life has been invaded by an earthquake, but God willing will soon pass.
Christmas came so fast I can not believe it. Your suggestions are so hot I’ll take some. I loved the Toffee Nut Balls Claus will be made as soon as I can.
My friend my affection for you and your family.
kisses
Chocolate and peanut butter is such a great combo! We use it all the time, but rarely layered like this. Looks gorgeous! And I know it tastes even better. Thanks.
As I kid growing up I would make peanut butter fudge all the time, I loved it!! Yours looks so wonderful, thanks for sharing!!!
okay, I’m in trouble! fudge is one of my favorite treats, but topped with a peanut butter layer?? I’ll eat the whole pan! perfect combo, can’t wait to try this!
woa, I just saw them earlier on google+ and I had to get the recipe. Awesome Liz!
Oh Fudge! I love it! It is my weakness, too:) Yours looks amazing Liz!!! What a great event, thank you so much for sharing…
These look perfect and delicious dear Lizzy! I can´t believe Christmas is soooo close:))
What a gorgeous fudge! Your photos always make me want to dive through my screen!
Happy day #3!
Your fudge looks great Liz! I think I’d have a weak spot for it too:@)
Lizzy , those fudge are pretty neat ! I still have to try that marshmallow creme 😛 😀