Buckeye fudge is a dreamy combination of creamy peanut butter fudge alongside smooth, rich, chocolate fudge. This rich treat tastes like the classic Buckeye candies.

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Buckeye Fudge Ingredients
Substitutions and Additions
How to Make Buckeye Fudge
How to Serve Buckeye Fudge
Storage
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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Buckeye Fudge is a sweet and creamy confection that combines creamy peanut butter fudge with smooth, rich, chocolate fudge to create a treat that tastes just like the ever-popular buckeye candies. one of the most delicious and easiest recipes around, A handful of ingredients is all it takes to make this delicious layered fudge you will love.

If you can’t get enough Buckeye inspired treats, then you’ll also want to make Buckeye Brownies, Buckeye Brownie Cookies, and Peanut Butter Balls.

Buckeye Fudge Ingredients

You will need:

Peanut Butter Fudge Layer

1 cup unsalted butter
1½ cups creamy peanut butter, NOT the natural no-stir variety
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
3½ cups powdered sugar, sifted

Chocolate Layer

1¾ cups milk chocolate chips
1½ tablespoons salted sweet cream butter, softened
⅔ cup sweetened condensed milk

Substitutions and Additions

PEANUT BUTTER: You can use crunchy peanut butter instead of creamy in this easy fudge.

CHOCOLATE CHIPS: Dark or semi-sweet chocolate chips can be used instead of milk chocolate chips for this homemade fudge.

How to Make Buckeye Fudge

For the Peanut Butter Fudge Layer

STEP ONE: Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving a slight overhang for easy removal from the pan. Set it aside.

PRO TIP: Lining the pan with overhanging parchment paper will make lifting the fudge out of the pan to slice much easier.

STEP TWO: In a medium-sized, microwave-safe mixing bowl, add the butter and peanut butter. Heat in the microwave for 60 seconds. Carefully remove the bowl from the microwave. Add the vanilla extract and stir until well combined.

STEP THREE: Slowly add the sifted powdered sugar, 1 cup at a time, stirring with a wooden spoon until all the powdered sugar is completely incorporated and there are no streaks or lumps of powdered sugar remaining.

STEP FOUR: Pour the peanut butter fudge mixture into the prepared pan and, using a spatula, smooth it out into an even layer.

STEP FIVE: Set it aside while you prepare the chocolate layer.

Chocolate Layer

STEP SIX: Using a medium-sized heat-safe bowl, add the chocolate chips, butter, and sweetened condensed milk.

STEP SEVEN: Heat in the microwave for 45 seconds. Stir, and continue heating in 15-second intervals and stirring until the mixture is smooth.

STEP EIGHT: Using a silicone or offset spatula, evenly spread the chocolate over the peanut butter fudge layer.

PRO TIP: To help cut the fudge after chilling, score a grid on the top of the fudge when it is barely set but still warm.

STEP NINE: Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours.

STEP TEN: Grab the overhanging parchment and remove the fudge from the pan.

STEP ELEVEN: Slice the fudge into 1-inch x 1-inch squares.

PRO TIP: When slicing the chocolate peanut butter fudge, you can dip the knife in warm water after each cut. Carefully wipe the knife before slicing.

How to Serve Buckeye Fudge

The perfect combination of chocolate and peanut butter is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth. Add it to a dessert tray for a potluck or get-together. For all those Ohio natives out there, these would be just the right choice to add to the menu if you are cheering on your favorite Ohio team on game day. Fudge is also a delightful homemade treat to share with friends and neighbors during the holidays.

Storage

ON THE COUNTER/IN THE FRIDGE: You can store any leftovers of this easy buckeye fudge in an airtight container separated by wax paper at room temperature for 2 to 3 days or in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

IN THE FREEZER: You can also freeze the fudge for up to 2 months. Wrap this simple recipe in plastic, then in foil. Allow the fudge to thaw before serving.

Buckeye fudge is a dreamy combination of a layer of creamy peanut butter fudge topped with a layer of sweet chocolate fudge. With all the flavor of the beloved Buckeye candies, this rich and decadent fudge will delight your tastebuds. Chocolate and peanut butter, a favorite combination, makes for a fudgy treat you won’t be able to resist.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Why are these called buckeyes?

This confection is called a buckeye because the finished product, with its chocolate and peanut butter layers, mimics the flavors of a buckeye candy which resembles a buckeye nut from the buckeye tree, the state tree of Ohio.

Can this buckeye recipe be frozen?

This easy recipe freezes exceptionally well. Store in an airtight container for up to two months. This is an excellent option if you are planning to give this as a homemade gift. Make it ahead of time and store it until you are ready to share it.

How do I slice chilled fudge easily?

To easily slice the fudge, dip a large sharp flat knife in boiling water, dry it completely and cut one long slice (the heat will help the blade to glide through).

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Buckeye Fudge

Buckeye fudge is a dreamy combination of creamy peanut butter fudge alongside smooth, rich, chocolate fudge. This rich treat tastes like the classic Buckeye candies.

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Prep Time 15

Chill Time 2

Total Time 2 15

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Servings 30

Ingredients

Peanut Butter Fudge Layer

1 cup unsalted butter
1½ cups creamy peanut butter NOT the natural no-stir variety
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
3½ cups powdered sugar sifted

Chocolate Layer

1¾ cups milk chocolate chips
1½ tablespoons salted sweet cream butter softened
⅔ cup sweetened condensed milk

Instructions

Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving a slight overhang for easy removal from the pan. Set it aside.
In a medium-sized, microwave-safe mixing bowl, add the butter and peanut butter. Heat in the microwave for 60 seconds. Carefully remove the bowl from the microwave. Add the vanilla extract and stir until well combined.
Slowly add the sifted powdered sugar, 1 cup at a time, stirring with a wooden spoon until all the powdered sugar is completely incorporated and there are no streaks or lumps of powdered sugar remaining.
Pour the peanut butter fudge mixture into the prepared pan and, using a spatula, smooth it out into an even layer.
Set it aside while you prepare the chocolate layer.

Chocolate Layer

Using a medium-sized heat-safe bowl, add the chocolate chips, butter, and sweetened condensed milk.
Heat in the microwave for 45 seconds. Stir, and continue heating in 15-second intervals and stirring until the mixture is smooth.
Using a silicone or offset spatula, evenly spread the chocolate over the peanut butter fudge layer.
Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours.
Grab the overhanging parchment and remove the fudge from the pan.
Slice the fudge into 1-inch x 1-inch squares.

Notes

Lining the pan with overhanging parchment paper will make lifting the fudge out of the pan to slice much easier.

To help cut the fudge after chilling, score a grid on the top of the fudge when it is barely set but still warm.

When slicing the chocolate peanut butter fudge, you can dip the knife in warm water after each cut. Carefully wipe the knife before slicing.