Soft Nutty Sweet Squares (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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3½ cups powdered sugar.
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1 cup peanut butter (smooth).
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1 cup unsalted butter.
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
# Instructions:
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Pop the butter, peanut butter, and vanilla into a microwave-safe bowl. Heat it up for 90 seconds, stir everything well until it’s silky and smooth.
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Slowly mix in powdered sugar—one cup at a time. Blend after each addition until it’s fully combined and thickened.
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Take a square pan (8-9 inch), rub butter on it to stop sticking or use parchment paper. Spread the mix across evenly and gently flatten it out so it’s smooth.
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Let it chill in the fridge for a good 4 hours or so until it’s firm to the touch. Slice it into 1-inch pieces and stash them in a sealed container in the fridge.
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If you’re not up for the microwave, combine the peanut butter, butter, and vanilla in a pan over low heat. Keep stirring while it melts into a smooth mix, then pull it off the heat before adding the powdered sugar just like above.
# Notes:
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This treat needs a few hours in the fridge, so it’s great for preparing ahead. Perfect for sharing at parties or gifting to friends.
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To nail that creamy fudge texture, make sure the peanut butter and butter are thoroughly melted and mixed together.