Maple Peanut Butter Fudge Squares – Creamy, No-Bake, and Packed with Nutty Flavor
Maple Peanut Butter Fudge Squares are creamy, no-bake treats made with rich peanut butter and infused with real maple syrup. These melt-in-your-mouth squares are simple to prepare and perfect for gifting or satisfying your sweet tooth during the holidays.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes (including chilling)
- Yield: 36 squares 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup pure maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2 1/2 cups powdered sugar
Instructions
- Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
- In a medium saucepan over low heat, combine peanut butter, butter, and maple syrup. Stir constantly until melted and smooth.
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract and salt.
- Gradually mix in powdered sugar, stirring until fully combined and smooth.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until firm.
- Lift fudge out of the pan using the parchment overhang, slice into squares, and serve.
Notes
- Use pure maple syrup for the best flavor—not pancake syrup.
- For extra texture, stir in chopped peanuts before pouring into the pan.
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks or freeze for longer storage.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 5mg