Sometimes, making something in the microwave is all you have energy for. If that's you this week, check out this delicious microwave peanut butter fudge recipe. We promise it will satisfy your sweet tooth in no time at all.
Ingredients:
12 oz. semi-sweet chocolate chips
12 oz. peanut butter
14 oz. sweetened condensed milk
Directions:
1. In a 1-1/2 quart microwave-proof bowl, melt chocolate and peanut butter on high power for 3 minutes. Stir well.
2. Add milk and stir until well blended.
3. Pour mixture into 8×8 dish lined with waxed paper. Refrigerate to chill.
Other Great Fudge Flavors to Try
After trying this excellent recipe for peanut butter-chocolate fudge, give these other fudge flavors a try:
- Chocolate mint. Thin mints are one of the most popular Girl Scout cookies for a reason. If you, or someone you know, loves mint chocolate, you need to try this fudge flavor.
- Vanilla. Sometimes, plain fudge is great. It doesn't have anything special going on, allowing you to just savor the deliciousness of fudge on its own. Drizzle chocolate fudge on top if you really want to add something extra.
- Pistachio. You've probably heard of walnut fudge, but what about pistachio fudge? This delightful fudge flavor is often green, attracting the attention of mint lovers who may mix it up with mint fudge. Give this sweet and savory fudge flavor a try.
- Cherry. Another fudge flavor that isn't too well-known is cherry. You won't see it sold too often in stores, so you'll need to make it on your own to try it!
- Salted caramel. One of the most popular dessert flavors is salted caramel. So, of course there's a salted caramel fudge flavor! If you're a fan of sweet and salty, this is a must-try. Throw some pretzel bits on top for a truly special piece of fudge.
- Buckeye. Popular in Ohio, this is a must-try for college football fans. This fudge shares a name with Ohio State's football team. It includes peanut butter and chocolate to make a delectable treat.
- Caramel vanilla. Is regular vanilla too plain for you? If so, caramel vanilla is definitely for you. This sweet fudge isn't too overpowering in its flavor. If you're craving dessert but don't want something too plain or too sweet, this is for you.
- Strawberry. Looking for a great summer flavor? This one is it! Strawberry fudge is certainly unique among fruit-based fudges, but that's to your benefit! Imagine how pleasantly surprised your guests will be when you serve strawberry fudge for dessert.