Description
Double decker peanut butter chocolate fudge delivers a luxurious two-layered dessert that blends rich chocolate with creamy peanut butter. Sweet and indulgent, this treat promises a delightful experience that will satisfy chocolate and peanut butter cravings in one irresistible bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups sugar
- 1 ⅓ cups peanut butter
- 3 cups milk or semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 can (14 ounces / 396 grams) sweetened condensed milk
Dairy and Binding Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 jar (7 ounces / 198 grams) marshmallow creme
- ½ cup (120 milliliters) whole milk
Preparation Ingredients:
- 2–3 teaspoons butter (at room temperature, for greasing the foil)
Instructions
- Prepare an 8×8-inch (20×20 centimeters) square pan by lining it with aluminum foil and lightly greasing with butter to prevent adhesion.
- In a medium-sized saucepan, combine chocolate fudge ingredients over medium-low heat. Stir continuously until chocolate chips melt completely, creating a smooth, glossy consistency.
- Remove the chocolate mixture from heat and allow it to rest for approximately 10 minutes without stirring, enabling proper settling.
- Carefully spread the chocolate mixture evenly across the prepared pan, then let it cool to room temperature.
- Refrigerate the chocolate layer for 2 to 3 hours until completely chilled and firm.
- In a separate heavy-duty saucepan, combine sugar and milk over medium heat. Bring the mixture to a rolling boil while stirring consistently.
- Maintain the boiling process for exactly 3 minutes, continuing to stir to prevent burning or sticking.
- Remove from heat and immediately fold in peanut butter and marshmallow creme. Whisk thoroughly until the mixture becomes completely smooth and homogeneous.
- Gently pour the peanut butter layer over the chilled chocolate base, ensuring uniform coverage across the entire pan.
- Allow the fudge to sit uncovered for 15-20 minutes at room temperature, then cover with foil and refrigerate overnight to develop rich, integrated flavors.
- Once fully set, use the foil liner to lift the fudge onto a cutting board in one smooth motion.
- Carefully peel away the foil and slice into precise squares using a sharp chef’s knife.
- Store the fudge in an airtight container in a cool, dry location. Consume within 2 weeks for optimal taste and texture.
Notes
- Elevate your dessert game with this indulgent two-layer fudge that combines rich chocolate and creamy peanut butter in one irresistible treat.
- Aluminum foil becomes your secret weapon, making pan preparation and fudge removal a breeze with minimal cleanup hassle.
- Precise temperature control and consistent stirring transform simple ingredients into a silky-smooth, professional-looking confection.
- Patience is key when letting each layer cool completely, ensuring distinct layers and perfect texture that will impress family and friends.
- Overnight refrigeration allows flavors to marry and develop a luxurious, melt-in-your-mouth consistency that screams homemade decadence.
- Airtight storage guarantees your fudge stays fresh and delectable for up to two weeks, making it an ideal make-ahead dessert or gift.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 16
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6.5gg
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: <10mg