Description
Deliciously sweet and creamy Payday Fudge made with white chocolate, peanut butter, and sweetened condensed milk, studded with colorful candy corn and crunchy peanuts. This easy no-bake recipe yields rich, festive fudge squares perfect for holiday treats or anytime snacking.
Ingredients
Scale
Fudge Base
- 12 ounces white chocolate chips
- ½ cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 (14 ounces) can sweetened condensed milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Toppings and Mix-ins
- 1 ½ cups candy corn, divided
- 1 ½ cups peanuts (regular or honey roasted), divided
Instructions
- Prepare Pan: Line an 8×8” or 9×9” pan with foil and spray with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Melt Ingredients: In a medium saucepan, combine the white chocolate chips, creamy peanut butter, and sweetened condensed milk. Heat over low heat, stirring frequently, until the mixture is fully melted and smooth.
- Add Vanilla and Mix-ins: Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Quickly fold in 1 cup each of candy corn and peanuts while the mixture is still warm.
- Spread Fudge: Immediately pour and spread the fudge mixture evenly into the prepared pan.
- Add Toppings: Top the fudge with the remaining ½ cup candy corn and ½ cup peanuts. Press gently to adhere them to the surface.
- Chill and Set: Allow the fudge to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate until fully set.
- Serve: Once set, cut the fudge into 36 squares and store in an airtight container at room temperature.
Notes
- For easier cutting, chill fudge thoroughly before slicing.
- Use creamy peanut butter for a smooth texture.
- Regular or honey roasted peanuts can be used based on your preference.
- Store fudge at room temperature in an airtight container for up to one week.
- To prevent sticking, ensure pan is well-sprayed with cooking spray or lined tightly with foil.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
