Description
These Peanut Butter Swirl Squares are an irresistible, no-bake treat combining creamy peanut butter and smooth chocolate. Designed for ease and guaranteed smiles, this family-friendly fudge is perfect for a quick dessert or weeknight indulgence.
Ingredients
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup chocolate chips or melting wafers
Instructions
- Prep Pan: Line an 8×8 inch (20×20 cm) square baking pan with parchment paper, allowing an overhang on the sides.
- Make Peanut Butter Base: In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 cup creamy peanut butter, 0.5 cup melted unsalted butter, 2 cups powdered sugar, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Mix until completely smooth and uniformly combined.
- Press Into Pan: Firmly press the peanut butter mixture evenly into the prepared pan, creating a smooth, flat layer.
- Melt Chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt 1 cup chocolate chips in 30-second bursts, stirring thoroughly after each interval until the chocolate is smooth and glossy.
- Create Swirl: Pour the melted chocolate evenly over the peanut butter layer. Using a knife or skewer, gently drag it through the chocolate and into the fudge to create beautiful, distinct swirls and patterns.
- Chill To Set: Refrigerate the pan for at least 1 to 2 hours, or until the Peanut Butter Swirl Squares are completely firm to the touch.
- Cut And Serve: Use the parchment paper overhang to lift the entire slab from the pan. Cut into 16-25 squares using a warm, sharp knife for clean edges and serve.
Notes
For best results, use a quality, creamy peanut butter and fresh butter. Both baking chocolate and candy melts work well for the swirl. For a low-carb version, use sugar-free powdered sweetener and a low-carb, high-percentage dark chocolate. If the chocolate cools too fast and becomes hard to swirl, microwave it for another 10 seconds to loosen it up. Store squares in the refrigerator.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake, Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 200 calories
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 90 mg
- Fat: 13 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 2 mg
Keywords: easy dessert, no-bake, peanut butter, chocolate, fudge, swirl squares, family-friendly, quick dessert, sweet treat
