Name: Healthy Peanut Butter Fudge
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 30 min
Ingredients: 1 cup natural peanut butter (salted - if not, add salt); 1/4 cup melted coconut oil; 2 Tbsp maple syrup; 2 tsp vanilla; 2 tbsp coconut oil; 3 Tbsp cocoa powder; Chocolate chips + salt for topping (optional)

Healthy Peanut Butter Fudge is the perfect snack for satisfying sugar cravings! This gluten-free, vegan treat is made from only four ingredients and is naturally sweetened to serve as a healthier dessert option.

A Quick Look

Recipe Name: Healthy Peanut Butter Fudge
Ready In: 30 minutes
Serves: 10 -12 squares
Main Ingredients: Peanut Butter Fudge, natural peanut butter, melted coconut oil, maple syrup, vanilla, Chocolate Swirl, coconut oil, cocoa powder
Why You'll Love It: This Healthy Peanut Butter Fudge is made from only four ingredients, satisfies the craving for a sweet treat, and is naturally sweetened. This easy and low carb dessert will be your favorite to keep in the freezer!

The easiest peanut butter fudge recipe ever

If you have three minutes to spare, you have time to make some delicious chocolate peanut butter fudge. Yep, you read that correctly. 3. Minutes.

Treat your friends and family with a delicious and gourmet tasting fudge recipe that you can pretty much make with your eyes closed. It's simple, quick, and foolproof. Oh, and did I mention it only uses four ingredients?

I love to make this fudge treat for my friends because it's completely gluten-, refined sugar-, and dairy-free. It's also vegan! With all of those boxes checked, it's a dessert that pretty much anyone can enjoy, which makes it great for serving to groups.

The next time you're entertaining guests, you've got to give this recipe a go!

If you love making fudge, you should try my Healthy Chocolate Fudge Recipe next.

Easy peanut butter fudge ingredients

The fewer ingredients, the better, which means this fudge recipe is already off to a good start! You will just four main ingredients to make this delicious chocolate peanut butter fudge. I recommend adding a dash of vanilla, chocolate chips, and sea salt, but those are optional!

Fudge base:

Natural peanut butter (be sure to grab salted. If unsalted, add a pinch of salt to your mix)
Coconut oil
Maple syrup
Vanilla (optional)

Chocolate swirl:

Coconut oil
Cocoa powder

Optional toppings:

Chocolate chips
Sea salt

What you'll need to make this recipe

This dessert could not be simpler to make unless it made itself. However, with directions this easy and item lists this small, it practically does!

You'll only need three kitchen items to make this recipe: a mixing bowl, a mixing utensil, and a pan. You can use a loaf pan, brownie pan, or whatever size dish you prefer.

How to make healthy peanut butter fudge

There are five steps included in this recipe. After preparing your fudge mix and pouring it into the pan, it will need to chill in the freezer. I recommend at least 15 minutes, but you can let it sit a bit longer if you'd like. I like to let mine chill for at least an hour before eating.

Begin by mixing the peanut butter, coconut oil, maple syrup, and vanilla in a bowl.

Once combined, pour the batter into a greased loaf pan or brownie pan (a loaf pan will give you thicker pieces).

Next, mix the cocoa swirl ingredients and drop it spoonful by spoonful on top of the peanut butter mixture.

Swirl the cocoa mixture around with a toothpick and then sprinkle chocolate chips and sea salt on top.

Place the pan in the freezer for at least 15 minutes, and then the fudge is ready to enjoy!

How to store extra peanut butter fudge

This fudge can be stored in the refrigerator for up to one week. Be sure to keep it in a securely sealed container so that it stays fresh, chewy, and delicious.

If you find that the fudge dries out in the fridge, try the cookie softening method! Place a small piece of bread in the container with the fudge and let it sit overnight. The moisture in the bread will help to soften the fudge. It's a foolproof method that I've been using since I was a kid!

Love a good chocolate and peanut butter combo?

There are so many more peanut butter x chocolate recipes where this one came from! For more of the classic flavor combination, try these dessert ideas.

Erin Antoniak