Day: September 20, 2025

National Peanut Butter Fudge Day —
November 20, 2025

Celebrate peanut butter fudge: rich, creamy, sliceable candy that highlights nutty peanut butter with sweet, buttery notes — perfect for gifting, potlucks, or holiday trays.

Quick background
- Fudge dates to 19th‑century America; peanut butter versions combine smooth or chunky peanut butter with sugar, butter, and often condensed milk or marshmallow for a fast, reliable set.

How to celebrate
- Make a batch to share with friends, coworkers, or family.
- Try mix‑ins: chocolate chips, chopped peanuts, pretzel pieces, or swirl with chocolate.
- Package squares in festive boxes or wrap individually for gifting.

Simple no‑cook peanut butter fudge (9x9" pan, ~36 small squares)
Ingredients
- 3 cups (360 g) powdered sugar, sifted
- 1 cup (250 g) creamy peanut butter (natural may need stirring)
- 1/2 cup (115 g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Optional: 1 cup (170 g) semi‑sweet chocolate chips (for topping or swirl)

Method
1. Line an 8x8 or 9x9" pan with parchment, leaving an overhang.
2. In a large bowl, beat together peanut butter and softened butter until smooth. Mix in vanilla and salt.
3. Gradually add sifted powdered sugar, beating until a stiff but spreadable dough forms. (If too stiff, add 1 tsp milk; if too soft, add a bit more powdered sugar.)
4. Press mixture evenly into prepared pan. If using chocolate, melt chips and either spread melted chocolate over top or drop spoonfuls and swirl before chocolate sets.
5. Chill 1–2 hours until firm. Lift from pan using parchment and cut into squares.

Tips
- Use high‑quality peanut butter for best flavor; natural peanut butter can be used but may change texture.
- For chunkier texture, fold in 1/2 cup chopped roasted peanuts.
- If fudge is crumbly, incorporate a tablespoon or two of light corn syrup or a little extra butter while mixing.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature up to 1 week or refrigerated up to 2–3 weeks. Freeze for longer storage.

Enjoy National Peanut Butter Fudge Day by making a batch and sharing the sweet, nutty squares....