Easy Peanut Butter Fudge with Marshmallow Cream

Learn how to make easy peanut butter fudge with marshmallow cream. Made with simple ingredients, this recipe for peanut butter fudge comes together quickly. The only challenge is waiting for it to cool before you have some! Sometimes known as peanut butter fudge with marshmallow creme or peanut butter fudge with marshmallow fluff, the marshmallow cream in this recipe is the key to a creamy, rich, delicious peanut butter fudge experience. Ready to make the best easy peanut butter fudge? Read on!

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My Easy Peanut Butter Fudge Backstory

I used to make as many kinds of candy as possible. It was too much. Our family decided that each person would get to choose one kind of candy, and with our family of four, that seemed very reasonable.  Now it’s a family tradition. Two of us chose this easy peanut butter fudge with marshmallow cream (sometimes called marshmallow fluff fudge). Rather than make a double batch, I chose another kind of candy, but this easy marshmallow cream peanut butter fudge and evaporated milk is really my favorite. How do you make this easy peanut butter fudge from scratch? Read on to learn how to make easy peanut butter fudge with marshmallow cream!

How Much do I Like This Easy Peanut Butter Fudge?

There is a scene in The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe where the White Witch is trying to persuade Edmund to betray his siblings. She promised him Turkish delight. I used to imagine that Turkish delight was something like the peanut butter fudge I adore so much. Not true. I was sorely disappointed to find out that Turkish delight is nothing like peanut butter fudge. Had I been in Edmund’s place, I would not have had any problem refusing the wicked queen’s offer over Turkish delight (once I found out what it really was), but if I had been offered some of this peanut butter fudge, hmmm…no, of course I would not betray my family over peanut butter fudge, but I do really like to eat it. I can’t wait for you to try this recipe for peanut butter fudge with marshmallow cream and evaporated milk.


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Ingredients for Easy Peanut Butter Fudge with Marshmallow Cream

3 cups sugar

3/4 cup butter (real butter is best in this recipe if you have it)

5 ounces evaporated milk (about 2/3 cup, and please do not use sweetened condensed milk)

1 1/2 cups creamy peanut butter

1 7-ounce jar marshmallow creme

1 teaspoon vanilla

Directions for Easy Peanut Butter Fudge with Marshmallow Cream

Line a 9 by 9-inch square baking pan with foil, or do the same with an 8 by 11-inch pan. Extend the foil slightly over the end of the pan, so that the fudge will be easy to lift out later if you need to store the fudge in another container.

Easy Peanut Butter Fudge with Marshmallow Creme foil in pan

Bring sugar, butter, and evaporated milk to a rolling boil in a large (mine is 2 and 3/4-quart-sized) saucepan on medium heat.

Easy Peanut Butter Fudge with Marshmallow Creme butter sugar and milk

Stir the mixture constantly.

Easy Peanut Butter Fudge with Marshmallow Creme stirring

Keep stirring and boil for 4 minutes or until a candy thermometer reaches 234 degrees.

Easy Peanut Butter Fudge with Marshmallow Creme rolling boil

Remove the pan from the heat.

Stir in the peanut butter and marshmallow creme and keep stirring until both are melted. Add vanilla and mix well.

Easy Peanut Butter Fudge with Marshmallow Creme melting the peanut butter

Pour into prepared pan, spreading to cover the pan completely.

Easy Peanut Butter Fudge with Marshmallow Creme poured into pan

Cool for a few hours before cutting into small squares. I cut mine into 80 pieces.

Easy Peanut Butter Fudge with Marshmallow Creme pieces

If you need to put the fudge in a different container for storage, lift the fudge out of the pan (using foil handles) before cutting.

An Important Fudge-Making Tip

Timing is key to getting the texture right in this peanut butter fudge made with marshmallow cream. To ensure the process goes smoothly, I measure out the peanut butter and have it ready beforehand. I have the jar of marshmallow creme open and ready to go.

Easy Peanut Butter Fudge with Marshmallow Creme peanut butter and marshmallow creme

When I get to the step where I need to stir in the peanut butter and marshmallow creme, I am able to do that right away. The ingredients melt more quickly that way. I don’t want the fudge to cool too much before pouring it into the pan.

What is the Best Peanut Butter for Peanut Butter Fudge?

I definitely recommend creamy peanut butter for this recipe. Any brand of creamy peanut butter is fine. What makes this peanut butter fudge recipe with marshmallow cream so delicious, in my opinion, is the creamy texture, so the creamy option is the better choice.

Can I Use Peanut Butter Chips Instead of Peanut Butter?

Peanut butter chips would be an acceptable substitute for the peanut butter. Just open a package of peanut butter chips and add them in instead of the peanut butter. It would be a bit less messy, but the texture might not be quite as creamy. If you are short on time, certainly you can give the peanut butter chip idea a try.

How Long will Peanut Butter Fudge Last in the Refrigerator?

This easy peanut butter fudge will last in the refrigerator for about a month. We rarely have any that makes it that long. It gets devoured long before a month has passed!

Does Peanut Butter Fudge Need to be Refrigerated?

You can keep peanut butter fudge on the counter for about a week. For longer-lasting fudge, refrigeration is best. This fudge tends to be very soft, which I love, but it’s easier to cut and eat when it is refrigerated.

Is Marshmallow Fluff the Same as Marshmallow Creme?

Yes, the two terms are interchangeable. Some brands label the jar Marshmallow Fluff, and others label the jar Marshmallow Creme. The ingredients are the same. Marshmallow fluff peanut butter fudge is the same as marshmallow cream peanut butter fudge.

Can you use Marshmallows Instead of Marshmallow Fluff for Fudge?

Yes, and that is great because I always have leftover partial bags of marshmallows lying around from making s’mores. How many marshmallows should you use?  That brings us to the next question.

How Many Marshmallows Equal a Jar of Marshmallow Creme?

One 10-ounce package of regular marshmallows equals one 7-ounce jar of marshmallow creme. Four cups of mini marshmallows equals one 7-ounce jar of marshmallow creme. I’m so glad. People always tell me to make rice crispy treats with the leftover marshmallows, but there are only so many of those I can make. No more leftover marshmallows getting forgotten since I can use them in this easy peanut butter fudge!

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How Can I Get my Fudge to Harden?

How do you fix peanut butter fudge that didn’t set? Put it in the microwave, add some powdered sugar and a little butter. Heat for about 30 seconds, stir and heat some more if needed, 30 seconds at a time until you have a smooth consistency. Of course, with this recipe, you would have to pour the fudge into a microwave-safe bowl to heat, then pour back into the pan. The peanut butter fudge recipe that was supposed to be easy didn’t set because the sugar, butter, and evaporated milk weren’t boiled long enough.

Why is my Peanut Butter Fudge Dry and Crumbly?

That’s what happens if you boil peanut butter fudge too long. How do you know when peanut butter fudge is bad? It becomes grainy. Texture is everything when it comes to fudge. I have not had fudge become grainy since I started using a candy thermometer. Some candy thermometers say “soft ball”. How long do you boil fudge to get to soft ball stage? If you don’t have a candy thermometer, you can follow the recipe directions and boil the sugar, butter, and evaporated milk for four minutes. For best results, use a candy thermometer like this one.

In fact, this one is exactly like mine. It’s not a fancy digital model, but I like it because I can clip it to the side of the saucepan and watch the temperature rise. I know when I am getting close to the right temperature. With the digital kind, it seems as if I would have to keep taking the temperature constantly. Most of the digital models I’ve seen don’t have a handy clip to attach the thermometer to a pan. This one has worked well for me for years, and I highly recommend it. 

Can You Soften Hard Peanut Butter Fudge?

How do you soften hard fudge? Here’s how! To soften hard peanut butter fudge, you can return the fudge to a microwave-safe bowl. Add about 1 tablespoon butter or vegetable oil. Microwave the fudge for about 30 seconds and stir. Repeat for another 30 seconds if needed, stirring again afterward. When you think you have reached the desired consistency, return the fudge to the pan and allow to cool once again. I sometimes have to do this reheating with oil when I am melting chocolate, as I wrote about in this Nutter Butter Christmas Cookie post.

Can You Freeze Peanut Butter Fudge After You Make It?

You can freeze fudge. The best way to freeze it is to wrap it well in foil, then freeze it in a block. Thaw before cutting, and enjoy!

Can I Make This Easy Peanut Butter Fudge in the Microwave?

You can make a microwave peanut butter fudge with marshmallow cream recipe, but it’s a little tricky because you have to take the mixture out to check it with a candy thermometer. Melt the butter for 1 minute in a large microwave-safe bowl. Add sugar and evaporated milk. Cook in the microwave for 3 minutes, then stir.  Cook for 2 more minutes and stir. Cook for 3 more minutes, then stir. Cook for 2 more minutes, stir and check with a candy thermometer. If you need to, cook 1 more minute or until the candy thermometer reaches 234 degrees. Microwaves vary, so the heating time might vary as well. When the mixture has reached the desired temperature, stir in the peanut butter and marshmallow creme. When those ingredients are melted, stir in the vanilla and pour into a prepared pan, just as you would with the regular recipe.

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Easy Peanut Butter Fudge with Marshmallow Creme

Learn how to make easy peanut butter fudge with marshmallow creme by following this simple recipe. Enjoy this creamy, delicious treat today!
5 from 4 votes
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Mixing and Pouring Time 5 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 48 pieces
Calories 95 kcal

Equipment

  • Candy thermometer

Ingredients
  

  • 3 cups sugar
  • ¾ cup butter
  • 5 ounces evaporated milk about 2/3 cup
  • cups creamy peanut butter
  • 1 7-ounce jar marshmallow creme
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla

Instructions
 

  • Line a 9 by 9-inch square baking pan with foil, or do the same with an 8 by 11-inch pan. Extend the foil slightly over the end of the pan, so that the fudge will be easy to lift out later if you need to store the fudge in another container.
  • Bring sugar, butter, and evaporated milk to a rolling boil in a large (mine is 2 and 3/4-quart-sized) saucepan on medium heat. Stir the mixture constantly. Keep stirring and boil for 4 minutes or until a candy thermometer reaches 234 degrees. Remove the pan from the heat.
  • Stir in the peanut butter and marshmallow creme and keep stirring until both are melted. Add vanilla and mix well.
  • Pour into prepared pan, spreading to cover the pan completely. Cool for a few hours before cutting into small squares. If you need to put the fudge in a different container for storage, lift the fudge out of the pan (using foil handles) before cutting.
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Looking for Other Easy Treat Ideas?

Decadent milk chocolate toffee is always a hit around here, and makes a great gift, as does a box of homemade chocolate orange truffles, dark chocolate raspberry truffles, white chocolate raspberry truffles, or a bag of dark chocolate peppermint bark. You might also like to try making chocolate scotcheroos, which are great for camping or for parties. Put all of these treat recipes together for a handmade chocolate gift box.

Add some fun to movie night with cashew caramel corn. Bake up some easy cookies with a 3-ingredient, versatile recipe. If you like making fudge, try substituting the peanut butter in this recipe with semi-sweet chocolate chips and adding chopped nuts, but omitting the vanilla. For chocolate peanut butter fudge, substitute 3/4 cup of chocolate chips for 3/4 cup of the peanut butter. Delicious! You could also try making white chocolate cranberry swirl fudge by adapting this easy fudge recipe with marshmallow cream.

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26 thoughts on “Easy Peanut Butter Fudge with Marshmallow Cream”

  1. my great memere an i used to make this when i was a child i just spent like 3 mths trying to rememeber the ingredints. so going to make some for my neighbor who helped me with my vet bill with a card an her money i burrowed as a thank you from my heart

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    • You are most welcome! Glad this peanut butter fudge recipe was what you were looking for.

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  2. I just made this peanut butter fudge. I never use the marshmallow fluff. Instead I use actual large marshmallows. It turns out just as delicious. I remember always stirring it on the stove as a little girl for my grandmother. I thought I was stirring it for a lifetime then. It is very delicious.

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    • Hi, Rebecca! Thank you for sharing your firsthand large marshmallow experience. What a precious memory of making peanut butter fudge with your grandmother.

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  3. Can I add cocoa powder to make chocolate peanut butter fudge?

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    • You could try it, but the powder might affect the creamy texture. Instead, maybe try using 3/4 cup peanut butter and 3/4 cup milk chocolate or semi sweet chips. Whatever you try, I’d love to know how the fudge turns out. Fun idea!

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  4. 5 stars
    My daughter and I have been craving peanut butter fudge. We just made a batch with your recipe. We’re having a hard time waiting a few hours to dig in. It smells soooooo good!

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    • Wonderful! Enjoy some creamy peanut butter fudge for me!=)

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  5. 5 stars
    This recipe is definitely easy and good. I used crunchy peanut butter and I think it was a little dry. Not sure if I cooked to long. My thermometer registered 135 but I think it was a little to long. The 4 min. instruction was shorter than my thermometer so I think next time I will go with the 4 min. My neighbor will appreciate this recipe. Thank you!!

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    • You are most welcome! I’ll have to try this peanut butter fudge recipe with crunchy peanut butter sometime.

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  6. 5 stars
    I haven’t tried this recipe so I can’t really rate it YET, but I’ll be honest usually the back stories I skip over. However, I am glad to see that I am not the only one disappointed by the Witches Turkish delight! That is all. I plan to use this recipe in the near future 🥰

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    • Haha! I hope you enjoy this easy peanut butter fudge recipe. We can secretly call it our own version of Turkish delight.=)

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  7. I use this recipe but I use Reese peanut butter chips instead of peanut butter and it always turns out good.

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    • Great idea! I will definitely give that a try. Thanks for the inspiration!

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  8. This is a great recipe, and I can’t wait to try it! Will definitely be making it for my in-laws this Christmas!

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  9. Yum! My husband is a huge peanut butter fan and would love this fudge recipe. It looks so easy. I’ll have to try this soon.

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    • Oh good! If you do try it, be sure to post it to Instagram, tag me so I will see it, and I’ll feature it in my story.

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  10. Now I am craving peanut butter fudge. I’ve only made fudge twice, once it turned out great and the other time not so much – it tasted good just the consistency was more like pudding. This one looks pretty easy to make. I don’t think I have ever used or tried marshmallow creme before, so I’m quite intrigued by how it would taste. Going to add this to my list of recipes to try.

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    • Terrific! If you do try it, let me know how it goes.

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  11. I don’t think I’ve ever had peanut butter fudge but it sounds delicious. And I do love peanut butter! Thanks for the easy recipe– a good treat to share with friends 🙂

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    • It really is delicious and I hope you do get to try it! 🙂

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  12. I have never tried making fudge. This looks like a great recipe for gift-giving, looks like it yields a lot.

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    • Yes, it makes a great gift! It does yield a lot, especially if it is cut into small pieces.

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  13. 5 stars
    I love peanut butter and I love fudge, so this recipe for easy peanut butter fudge with marshmallow creme is perfect for me! I appreciate the short list of ingredients. I may just have to get a candy thermometer and try this out!

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    • I’m glad you liked the recipe. Have fun trying it out!

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