Aunt Hannahs Foolproof Peanut Butter Fudge Recipe

Indulge in the creamy, melt-in-your-mouth perfection of Aunt Hannah's Foolproof Peanut Butter Fudge! This legendary recipe, passed down for nearly 30 years, has become a holiday staple, sparking friendly (and sometimes not-so-friendly!) competition among family and friends. The secret? A rich, peanut buttery flavor that's unbelievably smooth – we often leave out the nuts to enhance that dreamy texture. Get ready to experience fudge so good, it'll become your new holiday tradition!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 8164.3 kcal
Protein 250g
Rating 2.5 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Aunt Hannahs Foolproof Peanut Butter Fudge

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How to Make Aunt Hannahs Foolproof Peanut Butter Fudge

  1. Grease and flour a 13x9 inch baking pan. Set aside.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine the peanut butter, marshmallow creme, and vanilla extract. Set aside.
  3. In a large, heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium heat, combine the evaporated milk and sugar. Stir until the sugar is dissolved.
  4. Add the butter and salt. Bring to a rolling boil, stirring constantly.
  5. Reduce heat to maintain a gentle boil. Boil for exactly 12 minutes, stirring constantly to prevent scorching.
  6. Remove from heat. Immediately add the peanut butter mixture and stir vigorously until smooth and creamy.
  7. If using, gently fold in the chopped peanuts.
  8. Pour the fudge mixture into the prepared pan. Spread evenly.
  9. Let cool completely at room temperature (this will take several hours).
  10. Once cooled, cut into 1-inch squares.
  11. Cover tightly with aluminum foil and store in the refrigerator. If the fudge becomes too firm, reduce the cooking time by 1-2 minutes next time. If it's too soft, increase cooking time by 1-2 minutes.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

138 g

Sugar

4535g

Fat

578g

Carbs

426g

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