2 Ingredient Fudge (No Milk or Butter) (2024)

November 25, 2022

by Kirbie

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This fudge recipe is easier to make than traditional fudge and tastes just as good. It also doesn’t require milk or dairy butter. It is only 2 ingredients and takes just a few minutes to prepare. The fudge stores well and can be made ahead of time so it is perfect for gifting or bringing to an event.
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This fudge is so creamy and rich and easy to make. I love making it this time of year as an easy treat to gift to friends and family.

Ingredients

  • Chocolate Chips
  • Peanut Butter

Chocolate Chips: You can use semisweet, milk or white chocolate chips. I used milk chocolate chips for the fudge shown in the pictures. If you need your fudge to be dairy free, make sure to use chocolate chips that don’t contain any dairy. I have also successfully made this fudge with sugar-free chocolate (Lily’s brand).

Peanut Butter: Peanut butter is mixed with melted chocolate and keeps the chocolate creamy and smooth. This recipe will also work with natural almond butter. I have only tested this with natural unsweetened peanut butter and almond butter. I think it may work with regular peanut butter, but your fudge may not be as smooth and creamy.
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How to Make 2 Ingredient Fudge

The chocolate chips are first melted down until smooth. Then the peanut butter is mixed in. The mixture is poured into a baking pan and placed into the fridge until set. Once set, slice the fudge with a sharp knife.

Chocolate Variations

The type of chocolate you choose will change the sweetness and flavor of the fudge. If you make the fudge with semisweet chocolate, the fudge will taste like dark chocolate and have a strong cocoa flavor. If I am making fudge for myself, I like to use semisweet because I prefer bittersweet chocolate flavored desserts.

If you make the fudge with white chocolate, it won’t have any cocoa flavor. This allows the other flavor to shine through. So if you want your fudge to taste like peanut butter fudge (or almond fudge), white chocolate is a great choice.

I use milk chocolate when I am going to gift the fudge. If you use milk chocolate, the fudge will be sweet (instead of bittersweet) and will have some cocoa flavor but you will also taste the nut butter flavor.

Toppings

I kept my fudge plain, but it’s also easy to decorate. You can add sprinkles, chopped chocolate or chopped nuts to the surface of the batter before it sets. Or you can drizzle melted chocolate or icing on top after it sets.

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2 Ingredient Fudge

Servings: 24 pieces

Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes

Chilling Time: 30 minutes minutes

Total Time: 40 minutes minutes

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

This fudge is easier to make than traditional fudge but still tastes just as good. It is smooth and creamy and just 2 ingredients.

5 from 7 votes

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Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups (238 g) chocolate chips I used milk chocolate chips but you can also use semisweet or white chocolate chips
  • 3/4 cup (191 g) unsweetened natural peanut butter

Instructions

  • Line an 8 inch x 4 inch loaf pan with parchment paper.

  • Add chocolate chips to a large microwave safe mixing bowl. Heat chocolate in 15-30 second intervals, stirring in between with a spatula until chocolate is completely melted and smooth. You can also melt the chocolate on the stove using the double boiler method.

  • Whisk in the peanut butter until it is fully incorporated and the batter is uniform and smooth. You should not see any streaks of peanut butter. Pour batter into prepared pan.

  • Place fudge into fridge or freezer until set. The fudge is ready when it feels firm to the touch. It will take less time in the freezer (30-60 min) but it will also set in the fridge (1-3 hours). If freezing, let the fudge soften to room temperature before cutting.

Notes

  • If you have questions regarding ingredient substitutions, please see post for potential substitutions.
  • The fudge can be stored at room temperature or in the fridge. If storing in the fridge, let it soften for a few minutes at room temperature before eating.
  • Recipe can be doubled and poured into an 8 x 8 inch square pan.
  • If you need the fudge to be dairy milk free, use chocolate chips that don't contain dairy. There are several brands of semisweet chocolate chips made without milkfat and there are milk chocolate chips and white chocolate chips made with milk alternatives.
  • Nutrition estimate is calculated using milk chocolate chips.
  • I usedGood Cook 8 x 4 inch loaf pan.*
  • *This product link is an affiliate link. This means I earn a commission from qualifying purchases.

Nutrition

Serving: 1piece, Calories: 103kcal, Carbohydrates: 8g, Protein: 3g, Fat: 7g, Sodium: 7mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 6g, NET CARBS: 7

The nutrition information provided are only estimates based on an online nutritional calculator. I am not a certified nutritionist. Please consult a professional nutritionist or doctor for accurate information and any dietary restrictions and concerns you may have.

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37 comments on “2 Ingredient Fudge (No Milk or Butter)”

  1. Sana Mila November 22, 2023 @ 1:10 pm Reply

    I use kefir for cakes. I’ll give your recipes a try with kefir
    Thks so much for your incredible posts
    Mila

    • Kirbie's Cravings Team November 22, 2023 @ 2:54 pm Reply

      You’re welcome!

  2. Jessica O February 4, 2023 @ 5:44 pm Reply

    I love this recipe so much that I have made this twice ? The first time I made it I used the amount of peanut butter that the recipe calls for; it was good but it had too much of peanut butter taste for me. So the second time I used only half a cup, and it was amazing ? It had just the right ratio of peanut butter to chocolate for me. The pan was gone in a day ? Both times I used milk chocolate chips, a brownie pan, and parchment paper. The parchment paper makes it easier to take out and cut. I’m going to try the other fudge recipe soon. Thank you so much for this recipe ?

    • Kirbie's Cravings Team February 8, 2023 @ 1:10 pm Reply

      We’re so glad you love the recipe!

  3. Lauren January 3, 2023 @ 11:21 am Reply

    This fudge is excellent. I used semi sweet chocolate chips. Great way to ease off the sweets from the holidays, gently!

    • Kirbie's Cravings Team January 6, 2023 @ 8:15 am Reply

      We’re glad you enjoyed it!

  4. LINDA GUERRA January 1, 2023 @ 2:42 pm Reply

    How do you measure the peanutbutter?

    • Kirbie's Cravings Team January 6, 2023 @ 8:15 am Reply

      You can use a measuring cup or a scale – the amount details are in the recipe card at the end of the post.

  5. Jo December 2, 2022 @ 2:06 am Reply

    Would this simply not work with dark chocolate?

    • Kirbie's Cravings Team December 23, 2022 @ 10:40 am Reply

      We haven’t tried it, but it should work fine.

  6. Kim December 1, 2022 @ 7:48 pm Reply

    Would love to make this but we have a nut allergies in the family….what can be substituted for the peanut butter???

  7. Vasanth November 29, 2022 @ 7:33 am Reply

    Just prepared the chocolate fudge. My god it was simply superb. I cut the whole fudge into small pieces after removing from fridge. The whole family just loved it. The piece simply melted in th mouth. A heavenly taste. Thank you

    • Kirbie December 23, 2022 @ 5:15 am Reply

      I’m so glad your family enjoyed!

  8. Anita November 29, 2022 @ 4:10 am Reply

    Can l put walnut in the mix other then just on top

    • Kirbie December 23, 2022 @ 5:18 am Reply

      yes that’s fine

  9. Joyce lowe November 27, 2022 @ 10:27 pm Reply

    Y’all are great

    • Kirbie's Cravings Team December 23, 2022 @ 10:40 am Reply

      Thank you!

  10. Kelli November 27, 2022 @ 7:09 pm Reply

    I use almond bark chocolate. I also sift in a little powdered sugar while it’s hot. It makes it set better, but you have to mix it really well. This recipe tastes like the no bake cookies served at school in the 80s. I got the recipe from the school lunch ladies, but they used a gallon can of chocolate. Great recipe.

    • Kirbie's Cravings Team December 23, 2022 @ 10:40 am Reply

      Thanks for sharing your adjustments!

  11. Zelia November 27, 2022 @ 3:02 pm Reply

    Very nice ?

    • Kirbie's Cravings Team December 23, 2022 @ 10:40 am Reply

      Thanks!

  12. Simcha November 27, 2022 @ 12:01 pm Reply

    This looks delicious! I can’t wait to try it!

    • Kirbie's Cravings Team December 23, 2022 @ 10:41 am Reply

      We hope you love it!

  13. Ben Allin November 26, 2022 @ 4:31 pm Reply

    This was so easy to make. I used Crunchy Peanut Butter and it was a hit at a party last night. So delicious.

    • Kirbie's Cravings Team December 23, 2022 @ 10:41 am Reply

      Love that you used crunchy peanut butter – thanks for sharing that!

  14. AMRO November 26, 2022 @ 1:10 am Reply

    I LIKE YOUR RECIPES VERY MUCH , I USUALLY FORWARD THEM TO MY FAMILY AND FRIENDS

    • Kirbie's Cravings Team December 23, 2022 @ 10:41 am Reply

      Oh, thanks so much for sharing them!

  15. Victória Bríto November 25, 2022 @ 8:31 pm Reply

    Thanks for the recipe are we just supposed to guess how much of each one to put and do you melt it in a pan or do you beat it???

    • Kirbie's Cravings Team December 23, 2022 @ 10:42 am Reply

      You don’t have to guess – all of the recipe ingredient amounts and instructions are in the recipe card at the end of the post before the comment section.

  16. Peggy Burnette November 25, 2022 @ 11:12 am Reply

    about the fudge, can you use regular peanutbutter?

    • Kirbie December 23, 2022 @ 5:17 am Reply

      I have not tested it with regular peanut butter so I don’t know if it will work

  17. Loretta Owens November 25, 2022 @ 10:48 am Reply

    I am going to have to make the fudge it looks so good thanks for sharing this

    • Kirbie's Cravings Team December 23, 2022 @ 10:42 am Reply

      You’re welcome! We hope you love it.

  18. rociero November 25, 2022 @ 10:31 am Reply

    Wow, this recipe is awesome. Very nice. A repeat for sure.

    • Kirbie's Cravings Team December 23, 2022 @ 10:43 am Reply

      We’re glad you enjoyed it!

  19. Mary Jane Littleton November 25, 2022 @ 10:31 am Reply

    These cookies are amazingly great!!!

2 Ingredient Fudge (No Milk or Butter) (2024)

FAQs

What is a substitute for butter in fudge? ›

Avocado pureé: At room temperature, butter and avocado pureé have virtually the same consistency. The creaminess and subtle avocado flavor lend themselves well to fudge brownies and other dark chocolate desserts. Amount: Substitute one to one.

Why won't my 2 ingredient fudge set? ›

Fudge Didn't Set

If your fudge turned out super sticky, or it didn't set as it cooled, it probably never got hot enough. This mistake is super easy to avoid if you use a candy thermometer and cook the fudge to the temperature specified in the recipe (usually between 234 and 239°F).

What is a substitute for whole milk in fudge? ›

Milk Substitutes for Baking
  1. Half-and-Half. If you have half-and-half on hand, it's a perfect cup-for-cup substitute. ...
  2. Heavy Cream. Heavy cream is a great substitute for milk in a baking recipe, but it does need to be diluted slightly. ...
  3. Almond Milk. ...
  4. Soy Milk. ...
  5. Other Nondairy Milks. ...
  6. Evaporated Milk. ...
  7. Yogurt. ...
  8. Sour Cream.
Dec 21, 2020

What is the secret to good fudge? ›

You have to control two temperatures to make successful fudge: the cooking temperature AND the temperature at which the mixture cools before stirring to make it crystallize. Confectionery experiments have shown that the ideal cooking temperature for fudge is around 114 to 115 °C (237 to 239 °F).

What can I substitute if I don't have butter? ›

WHAT ARE BUTTER ALTERNATIVES FOR BAKING?
  • MARGARINE. Margarine is a fat that is made mostly from vegetable oil that's flavored to taste like butter. ...
  • SHORTENING. Shortening is 100% fat, made from hydrogenated vegetable oils. ...
  • OLIVE OIL & VEGETABLE OIL. ...
  • COCONUT OIL. ...
  • PUMPKIN PURÉE. ...
  • APPLESAUCE. ...
  • GREEK YOGURT. ...
  • BANANAS.

What can I use instead of butter vs butter? ›

When it comes to heart health, butter substitutes (i.e. margarine and soft margarine spreads) are generally the better way to go since they are made from vegetable oils, which means they are cholesterol-free and contain the “good” fats mentioned above: the monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats.

Why does homemade fudge get hard? ›

As water gradually evaporates, sugar is concentrated and the temperature of the mixture rises above 100°C (212°F). If there is too much evaporation, when the cooking time is too long, there will not be enough water left in the fudge and it will be too hard.

Can I fix fudge that didn't set? ›

OPTION 3) Sieve together some powdered sugar and cocoa powder, and gradually work this into your unset fudge until it reaches the consistency of dough, then roll out and cut into squares, or shape into balls and then roll in powdered sugar (roll the balls in icing sugar, not yourself).

Why does my fudge turn to sugar? ›

When it comes down to it, those coarse bits in your fudge are just the sugars that have crystallized instead of setting into a smooth consistency as the mixture was cooling down. Graining can be caused by stirring the fudge mixture during the cooling process or not adding enough fluid to dissolve the sugar.

What to use if you don't have milk? ›

Milk in most recipes hydrates the dry ingredients and adds flavor, and there are plenty of substitutes that can do just that without compromising the final result.
  • Half and half. ...
  • Heavy cream. ...
  • Nondairy milks, like soy and almond. ...
  • Sour cream. ...
  • Yogurt. ...
  • Evaporated milk. ...
  • Canned coconut milk. ...
  • Water.
Dec 3, 2021

Can I skip the milk in a recipe? ›

Mix one cup of water with 1 ½ teaspoons melted butter. Water can be used in most recipes that call for milk. According to the USDA, 88 percent of the volume of milk is water.

What can I substitute for 1 cup of milk? ›

Dairy
FoodAmountSubstitute
Milk, skim1 cup3/4 cup water, 1/3 cup nonfat dry milk
Milk, sour1 cup1 cup sweet milk plus 1 tbsp vinegar or lemon juice
Milk, sweet1 cup1/2 cup evaporated milk plus 1/2 cup water
Milk, sweet1 cup1 cup reconstituted nonfat dry milk plus 2 tsp butter
83 more rows

What not to do when making fudge? ›

7 Common Mistakes to Avoid for Candy Shop-Worthy Fudge and Caramels
  1. Using the Wrong Pan. All candy and confections start by melting sugar. ...
  2. Stirring the Sugar. ...
  3. Not Using a Candy Thermometer. ...
  4. Leaving Out the Parchment Paper Lining. ...
  5. Skipping the Cooking Spray. ...
  6. Scraping the Pot. ...
  7. Using a Cold Knife to Slice.
Dec 16, 2015

What is the secret to non grainy fudge? ›

Once a seed crystal forms, it grows bigger and bigger as the fudge cools. A lot of big crystals in fudge makes it grainy. By letting the fudge cool without stirring, you avoid creating seed crystals.

Do you stir fudge while it is boiling? ›

Another key part of a successful fudge texture is when you stir the mixture. Stirring the sugar and milk during the initial stages of cooking allows the sugar to dissolve. However, once the mixture comes to a boil, it's time to put the spoon down.

What can I use instead of butter for candy making? ›

Coconut oil is another great butter substitute, especially because, like butter, it's solid when cool. And like canola oil, the substitution is one-to-one, coconut oil to butter. So if the recipe calls for a cup of solid butter, use a cup of coconut oil at room temperature.

What is a substitute for butter in chocolate? ›

For culinary applications, substitutes such as coconut oil, shea butter, and vegetable shortening can mimic cocoa butter's texture and fat content, allowing for flexibility in recipes ranging from chocolates to baked goods.

Can you use shortening instead of butter in fudge? ›

The short answer is yes, butter and shortening can be used interchangeably in baked goods as one-to-one swap.

What is the best substitute for butter in brownies? ›

If you're making cakes, cookies, brownies, or breads, vegetable oil is a great replacement for butter because it has a neutral flavor and high smoke point (about 400 to 450 degrees Fahrenheit). Just keep it under a cup, because again, too much moisture makes for a very dense final product.

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