Cathy's Peanut Butter Fudge

61 Reviews

Prep: 25 min
Ready In: 25 min

“Cathy's mom developed this recipe a long time ago. You do need a candy thermometer. Enjoy!” - by MBMCD

Ingredients

2 cups packed brown sugar
1 tablespoon butter
1/2 cup milk
1 teaspoon cornstarch
1 tablespoon water
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup creamy peanut butter

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Original recipe yields 1 - 8x8 inch square pan

Directions

Grease an 8x8 inch square pan.
In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the brown sugar , butter and milk. cook until the mixture reaches the soft ball stage (234-240 degrees F, 112-115 degrees C).
Combine the cornstarch and water, add to the saucepan and mix well. Remove from heat and beat for 2 minutes. Stir in the vanilla and peanut butter until thoroughly blended. Spread batter evenly into the prepared pan. let cool, then cut into squares and enjoy!

Nutrition

Amount Per Serving (12 total)

Calories
281 cal
14%

Fat
12 g
18%

Carbs
40.9 g
13%

Based on a 2,000 calorie diet

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jamesbay

Feb. 9, 2007

"I have some experience making fudge and I have a candy thermometer. I followed the directions exactly except for one small change. I used half & half instead of milk. Overall, I thought this was a gr..." See moreeat recipe! A REAL recipe for fudge without all the marshmallow creme junk. A wonderful peanut butter taste! I was impressed! The only thing that I wasn't crazy about was the fudge seemed a bit too moist and soft for my taste. It was still firm, but I think it could be improved. I will try this recipe again, but I will probably wait at least 10 minutes before adding the peanut butter and vanilla. Highly recommended! I will be trying"

bored99

Dec. 23, 2003

"When you add the peanut butter and vanilla, stir quickly (it won't take much time to blend) and then immediately pour it into a pan--if you rest and then start stirring again the fudge will be grainy ..." See more:("

CAPNJUB

Dec. 22, 2005

"My mother gave me a peanut butter fudge recipe many years ago and my children lost it last year. So I searched all recipes and this one is the closest to hers. Very fast and easy to make. I like th..." See moree fact there is no marshmallow creme. Very very good taste and creamy. My wifes bowling team all wanted the recipe. I use a probe electronic thermometer when I make fudge and it works much better than the 3 dollar candy thermometers. Exact temerpatures you can read everytime. Good Luck!"

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