Peanut Butter Fudge

Peanut butter fudge is a sweet, dense confection made primarily from peanut butter, sugar, butter, and often milk or cream. It is typically prepared by cooking these ingredients together and then allowing the mixture to cool and solidify.

Manufacturers add peanut butter fudge to products for its distinctive flavor, creamy texture, and as a binding agent. It is commonly found in snack bars, energy bars, and various dessert items to enhance taste and mouthfeel.

Peanut butter fudge is a food product, not a single food additive, and therefore does not have a specific FDA approval status as an additive. Its individual components, such as peanuts, sugar, and dairy, are generally recognized as safe food ingredients. As a confection, peanut butter fudge is typically high in calories, added sugars, and saturated fat. The Dietary Guidelines for Americans (2025-2030) recommend no specific amount of added sugars, but suggest limiting intake to at most 10 grams per meal, and keeping saturated fat intake under 10% of daily calories.