Snickers Fudge Recipe (2024)

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Skip the candy aisle and make a giant pan of a favorite candy bar. Snickers Fudge tastes even better than the original! It comes with a warning, though: you won’t be able to stop.

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Original recipe: December 2012 | Updated: November 2021

Why This Recipe Works

This Snickers Fudge recipe is incredible and comeswith a warning: If you take a bite, you will not want to stop taking bites. You will need to dig very deep inside of yourself for willpower to stop taking bites. It is so addicting that I every batch I make in the freezer to make it more difficult to graze upon.

If you love this classic American candy bar as much as I do, you are going to want to make a batch of this pronto. It is great for holiday gatherings and also acts as the perfect delicious gift.

Recipe Ingredients

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Chocolate chips – Milk chocolate chips melt well and align best with the way a Snickers bar tastes like. Dark chocolate or semi-sweet chocolate chips work great, too!

Peanut butter – Use creamy peanut butter (with added peanuts in recipe) OR omit the peanuts and use chunky peanut butter.

Marshmallow creme – Make your own marshmallow creme by cooking 2 cups of mini marshmallows, 2 tbsp of butter and 2 tbsp of light corn syrup in a medium saucepan over medium-low heat. Cook and stir until free of lumps.

Caramels– Save time by purchasing caramel bits instead of individually-wrapped caramels.

How To Make Candy Bar Fudge

Coat a 9×13 pan with cooking spray and set aside.

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First Layer

In a small bowl, combine:

  • 1 cup milk chocolate chips
  • 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter

Heat in the microwave in two 30-second intervals, stirring after each. Stir until creamy and then pour the mixture in an even layer into the bottom of the prepared pan. Place the pan in the freezer.

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Second Layer

In a medium saucepan, melt 4 tablespoons of butter over medium heat.

Add:

  • Granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup evaporated milk
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Stir and bring to a boil. Boil for 3 minutes, stirring constantly. Remove from the heat and add:

  • Marshmallow creme
  • 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
  • Vanilla extract

Stir until combined. Add the salted peanuts.

Stir until combined. Remove the pan from the freezer and pour the mixture in an even layer over the chocolate layer. Place back in the freezer.

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Third Layer

In a small saucepan, add:

  • Caramels
  • 1/4 cup evaporated milk

Cook over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until the caramel is melted and smooth. You could do this step in the microwave instead, but for some reason I always prefer melting caramel on the stove.

Remove the pan from the freezer and pour the caramel over the top in an even layer. Place back in the freezer.

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Fourth Layer

In a small bowl, combine:

  • 1 cup milk chocolate chips
  • 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter

Heat in the microwave in two 30-second intervals, stirring after each. Stir until creamy. Remove the pan from the freezer and pour the mixture in an even layer onto the top. Make sure the caramel layer is firm before doing this.

Refrigerate for 1 hour (or perhaps you could cheat a bit and freeze for a shorter time like I may or may not have done).

Cut into small squares and serve!

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Recipe Notes

  • Store any uneaten fudge in the fridge for up to 5 days or the freezer for up to 6 months.
  • This yummy dessert acts as a great holiday gift.

FAQ About Fudge

How fudge is made?

Fudge is a type of candy made by combining sugar, butter and milk that is heated then cooled to harden. The end result is smooth, sugary and rich.

Can fudge be frozen?

Fudge freezes very well if you’re looking to extend the shelf life. Place in an airtight container and store in the freezer for up to 6 months for best results.

What are the ingredients of fudge?

Fudge is a type of candy made by combining sugar, butter and milk. It is often combined with other ingredients including chocolate, marshmallows or nuts.

What does adding butter to fudge do?

The purpose of butter in fudge is to prevent sugar crystals from getting too big, creating an extra smooth end result.

Does fudge have flour in it?

Fudge does not typically include flour, making it a gluten-free dessert in most cases.

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Snickers Fudge Recipe

Skip the candy aisle and make a giant pan of this favorite candy bar. Snickers Fudge tastes even better than the original!

5 from 13 votes

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Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Prep Time: 30 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 30 minutes minutes

Refrigerate: 1 hour hour

Servings: 24

Calories: 302kcal

Author: Megan Porta

Ingredients

  • 1 cup milk chocolate chips
  • 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 4 tbsp butter
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1/4 cup evaporated milk
  • 1 1/2 cups marshmallow creme
  • 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup salted peanuts
  • 14 oz caramels or caramel bits
  • 1/4 cup evaporated milk
  • 1 cup milk chocolate chips
  • 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter

Instructions

  • Coat a 9×13 pan with cooking spray and set aside.

    FIRST LAYER: In a small bowl, combine chocolate chips and peanut butter. Heat in the microwave in two 30-second intervals, stirring after each interval. Stir until creamy and pour in an even layer into the bottom of the prepared pan. Place pan in freezer.

  • SECOND LAYER: In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the sugar and evaporated milk and bring to a boil. Cook, stirring constantly, for 3 minutes. Remove from heat and immediately stir in marshmallow crème, peanut butter and vanilla. Add peanuts and stir until incorporated. Pour mixture over the chocolate layer from the freezer and spread evenly. Place back in freezer.

  • THIRD LAYER: Add the caramels and evaporated milk to a small saucepan. Cook over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until caramel is melted and smooth. Remove pan from freezer and pour caramel over the second layer. Place back in freezer.

  • FOURTH LAYER: In a small bowl, combine chocolate chips and peanut. Heat in the microwave in two 30-second intervals, stirring after each interval. Stir until creamy and pour in an even layer onto the top.

  • Refrigerate for a minimum of 1 hour and cut into squares when ready to serve. Keep refrigerated.

Notes

  • Store any uneaten fudge in the fridge for up to 5 days or the freezer for up to 6 months.
  • This yummy dessert acts as a great holiday gift.

Nutrition

Calories: 302kcal | Carbohydrates: 41g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 10mg | Sodium: 136mg | Potassium: 152mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 35g | Vitamin A: 112IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 64mg | Iron: 1mg

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FAQs

What is the secret to good fudge? ›

How to Make Fudge. The trick to good homemade fudge is to cook the ingredients to the right temperature to form a sugar syrup, and cool the mixture properly so the texture of the fudge turns out smooth and firm, but soft enough to cut. Here's how to make fudge on your stovetop and in your microwave.

What is the nougat in Snickers made of? ›

For Snickers, that basic recipe is a nougat base made with egg whites, sugar and vanilla (a mixture Mars called "frap"). Then, freshly roasted peanuts are covered in caramel. The caramel mixture is layered on top of the nougat then machines cut the mixture into long, thin bars.

What is in the middle of a Snickers? ›

Packed full of peanuts, caramel and nougat cloaked in creamy milk chocolate, SNICKERS Full Size Candy Bars help satisfy hanger. Stock up on Full Size candy satisfaction with this six-count SNICKERS Full Size candy bar pack.

What is the white stuff in Snickers called? ›

It's nougat. Snickers nougat secret ingredient - the nougat is just a basic vanilla nougat. No big secret. Nougat is made by incorporating hot syrup into whipping egg whites.

Is evaporated milk or condensed milk better for fudge? ›

Evaporated milk doesn't have sugar added. The sweetened condended milk is needed as no extra sugar is added to the fudge. If evaporated milk were used then the fudge would not be sweet enough and also would still be too soft unless the fudge is frozen.

Why is my 3 ingredient fudge not setting? ›

Why won't my 3 ingredient fudge set? This often happens when the condensed milk and chocolate chip mixture isn't hot enough to start. Everything must be completely melted before it is transferred to the pan to cool.

What was Snickers used to be called? ›

Marathon bars, as they were known in the UK, were renamed Snickers in 1990 because Mars wanted to be consistent around the world.

What is the soft stuff in Snickers? ›

Crunchy peanut butter, roasted peanuts, chewy caramel and fluffy nougat come together as one to make a satisfying SNICKERS Candy Bar.

What is the most sold chocolate bar in the world? ›

The annual global sales of Snickers is over $380 million, and it is widely considered the bestselling candy bar in the world. Mars Inc. Hungry?

What is the best selling candy bar of all time? ›

Snickers is the top-selling candy bar in the United States and is produced by Mars, Inc. This classic chocolate bar is made with nougat, caramel, and peanuts, and it has been a favourite among Americans since its introduction in 1930.

What are Snickers called now? ›

Snickers was actually named the Marathon mar in the UK between 1967-1990 because the original name rhymes with 'knickers' - so to avoid controversy, they decided to change it. In 1990 Mars wanted universal names for its products so the firm changed it back to Snickers.

What is the secret to smooth fudge that is not gritty? ›

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.

What makes fudge so good? ›

It's the size of sugar crystals that makes the knees of fudge lovers buckle…the smaller the crystals, the less they are perceived on the tongue and the more the fudge tastes smooth and creamy. Cooking, and beating after cooking, is the key to successful fudge.

What does cream of tartar do in fudge? ›

Cream of tartar is used in caramel sauces and fudge to help prevent the sugar from crystallizing while cooking. It also prevents cooling sugars from forming brittle crystals, this is why it's the secret ingredient in snickerdoodles!

How do you describe high quality fudge? ›

High-quality fudge tastes smooth and creamy because it contains small sugar crystals. It has a deep brown color and a satiny sheen. Poor-quality fudge tastes grainy because it contains large sugar crystals.

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