Peanut Butter Swirl Chocolate Fudge
This easy, no-bake peanut butter swirl chocolate fudge is a rich, creamy treat made with just three ingredients: chocolate chips, peanut butter, and sweetened condensed milk. With a beautiful peanut butter swirl and melt-in-your-mouth texture, it’s perfect for parties, gifting, or satisfying your sweet tooth any time.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 16 squares 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips (about 12 oz or 340g)
- 1 can (14 oz or 397g) sweetened condensed milk
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter (about 125g)
- Optional: Chopped roasted peanuts, mini chocolate chips, white chocolate chips, crushed pretzels, caramel sauce, flaky sea salt for topping
Instructions
- Line an 8×8-inch (20×20 cm) baking pan with parchment paper or aluminum foil, leaving some overhang. Lightly grease for easy removal.
- In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine chocolate chips and sweetened condensed milk. Microwave on high for 60 seconds, stir, then continue in 20-second bursts, stirring each time, until melted and smooth (2-3 minutes total). Alternatively, melt together in a saucepan over low heat, stirring constantly.
- Quickly pour the chocolate mixture into the prepared pan and spread evenly with a spatula.
- Warm peanut butter in the microwave for 20-30 seconds until pourable. Dollop spoonfuls over the chocolate layer (8-10 spots). Swirl gently with a butter knife or toothpick to create visible swirls.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until firm. For faster setting, chill in the freezer for 45 minutes.
- Lift fudge out of the pan using the parchment overhang. Place on a cutting board and slice into 16 squares. For clean edges, use a hot, dry knife and wipe between cuts.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week, or freeze for up to 2 months.
Notes
For best swirls, don’t overmix the peanut butter into the chocolate. If using natural peanut butter, stir well and warm slightly if too thick. For a vegan or nut-free version, use dairy-free chocolate and condensed milk, and substitute with sunflower seed butter. Fudge slices best when fully chilled; use a hot, dry knife for clean cuts. Store with parchment between layers to prevent sticking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (1/16 of recipe)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 21
- Sodium: 55
- Fat: 9
- Saturated Fat: 4
- Carbohydrates: 25
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 3
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