Salted Caramel Peanut Butter Fudge Fall Recipe
Ah, fall—the season of crunching leaves, overpriced lattes, and endless indulgence. This salted caramel peanut butter fudge isn’t here to play nice. It’s rich, salty-sweet, and makes basic desserts look like yesterday’s news. Forget moderation; this fudge is your ultimate ticket to caramel-drizzled bliss. It melts in your mouth, punches your taste buds, and laughs at low-calorie diets. Grab a spoon or go full rebel and eat it from the pan. Ready to impress your friends and shame store-bought candy? Let’s dive into this dangerously delicious fall treat. Stretchy pants recommended.
Salted Caramel Peanut Butter Fudge Fall Recipe
Decadent salted caramel and peanut butter fudge perfect for fall indulgence.
Ingredients
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup coconut milk
- 1/2 cup caramel sauce store-bought or homemade
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp sea salt for topping
Instructions
- Prepare the dish: Line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper. Set aside.
- Heat the base: In a saucepan, combine brown sugar, butter, and coconut milk. Heat over medium, stirring constantly until melted.
- Simmer: Bring to a boil and cook for 3 minutes without stirring. Remove from heat.
- Add peanut butter: Stir in peanut butter and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
- Pour the mixture: Spread the fudge evenly into the prepared dish.
- Drizzle caramel: Pour caramel sauce over the top and gently swirl it with a knife.
- Add salt: Sprinkle sea salt on top for that perfect sweet-salty finish.
- Cool and set: Let it cool at room temperature or refrigerate for 1-2 hours.
- Slice and serve: Cut into squares and enjoy every sinful bite.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 220
- Total Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
Key Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)
- Calcium: 4%
- Iron: 5%
- Magnesium: 6%
- Vitamin E: 5%
- Potassium: 4%
Additional Notes/Tips
- Use flaky sea salt for a gourmet touch.
- Add crushed pretzels for extra crunch.
- Chill longer for a firmer texture.
