Description
This Snickers Fudge recipe is a luscious, rich treat combining the classic flavors of milk chocolate, butterscotch, peanut butter, marshmallow crème, caramel, and salted peanuts. It offers a decadent, chewy fudge experience reminiscent of the popular Snickers candy bar, perfect for parties or gifting during the holidays.
Ingredients
Scale
Chocolate and Fudge Base
- 1 cup milk chocolate chips
- ¼ cup butterscotch chips
- ¼ cup peanut butter
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1 cup sugar
- ¼ cup evaporated milk
- 1 ½ cups marshmallow crème
- ¼ cup peanut butter (additional)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Add-ins and Toppings
- 1 ½ cups salted peanuts, chopped
- 14 ounces caramel cubes
- ¼ cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Prepare the base mixture: In a medium saucepan over low heat, combine the milk chocolate chips, butterscotch chips, ¼ cup peanut butter, and butter. Stir continuously until everything is fully melted and smooth.
- Add sugar and evaporated milk: Stir in the sugar and evaporated milk and continue cooking, stirring constantly until the mixture begins to boil gently. Maintain stirring to prevent burning.
- Incorporate marshmallow crème and peanut butter: Remove the saucepan from heat and immediately stir in the marshmallow crème, the remaining ¼ cup peanut butter, and vanilla extract until evenly blended and smooth.
- Add chopped peanuts to the mixture: Fold in 1 ½ cups of chopped salted peanuts, distributing them evenly throughout the fudge batter.
- Prepare caramel topping: In a separate small saucepan, combine the caramel cubes and heavy cream over low heat. Stir frequently until the caramel melts completely and the mixture is smooth and pourable.
- Assemble and set the fudge: Pour half of the fudge base mixture into a lined 8×8 inch pan and smooth the surface. Drizzle half of the caramel mixture over it. Pour the remaining fudge mix on top and then finish with the remaining caramel drizzle.
- Chill and serve: Refrigerate the fudge for at least 2 to 3 hours, or until fully set. Once firm, cut into 24 pieces and serve. Keep refrigerated for storage.
Notes
- Use a lined pan (parchment paper or foil) to easily lift the fudge out once set.
- Ensure to stir constantly during melting to prevent burning the chocolate and sugar.
- For softer caramel drizzle, add more heavy cream as needed when melting the caramel cubes.
- Store fudge in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
- You can substitute salted peanuts with unsalted if you prefer a less salty flavor.
