I have shared a recipe for peanut butter fudge once before, but that was before my Grandma Carol’s recipe turned up after being lost for awhile!  I was so happy when my mom told me she had it. This is the smoothest, most peanut-buttery fudge you will ever taste.  Make a batch for your sweetheart this Valentine’s Day, because nothing says I love you quite like this delicious treat!

Peanut Butter Fudge

Here is what you need… This makes a 13″x9″ pan, so you might want to be prepared to share, because trust me when I say that it is addictive!

Peanut Butter Fudge

First, mix together the sugar, butter, and evaporated milk in a large saucepan.

Peanut Butter Fudge

Heat this over medium heat, stirring frequently.

Peanut Butter Fudge

Bring the mixture to a boil.  Make sure that it reaches 234 degrees F.  It’s a good idea to test your candy thermometer for accuracy every so often so that your candy turns out as you expect.  Boil some water and make sure that it reads the boiling point for your elevation.

Peanut Butter Fudge

After it reaches 234 degrees, take it off of the heat.

Peanut Butter Fudge

Now, it’s time to stir in the vanilla extract, marshmallow creme, and peanut butter.

Peanut Butter Fudge

Stir, stir, stir… until it is very well mixed.

Peanut Butter Fudge

Pour the fudge into a greased 13″x9″ pan and let it cool.  This is the hardest part.  I swear, this stuff is very addictive, so beware!  You might end up eating a few more pieces than you originally planned 😉

Peanut Butter Fudge

Grandma Carol’s Peanut Butter Fudge

Course Dessert
Servings 5 dozen

Ingredients
  

  • 3 1/2 cups sugar
  • 2/3 cup evaporated milk
  • 1 1/2 cups butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 7-oz jar marshmallow creme
  • 1 1/2 cups peanut butter

Instructions
 

  • Lightly grease a 13"x9" pan. Set aside.
  • Mix together the sugar, evaporated milk, and butter in a large saucepan. Bring to a boil, and cook and stir until mixture reaches 234 degrees F. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla, marshmallow creme, and peanut butter. Mix until well combined.
  • Pour into prepared pan. Let cool before cutting into squares. Store in an airtight container at room temperature.
Keyword Candy