Peanut Butter Meltaway Fudge is a delightful treat that combines the rich, nutty flavor of crunchy peanut butter with the creamy sweetness of marshmallow creme. This recipe produces a smooth, melt-in-your-mouth texture that’s perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth or impressing guests at your next holiday gathering. The addition of light corn syrup and a touch of vinegar helps create the ideal consistency, while the evaporated milk adds a luscious creaminess to the fudge. Whether enjoyed as a nostalgic family favorite or a decadent homemade gift, these one-inch squares are sure to be a hit.
This recipe is straightforward yet indulgent, requiring a bit of precision to achieve its signature smoothness. A short boil on the stovetop is all it takes to blend the sugar, butter, and milk into the perfect base, while the peanut butter and marshmallow creme whisk in seamlessly to complete the fudge. Once cooled in a 13×9 pan, the fudge is easy to cut into bite-sized pieces, ready to be shared or savored one by one. Perfect for candy lovers of all ages, this Peanut Butter Meltaway Fudge is as easy to make as it is delicious.
Ingredients
3-1/2 cups granulated sugar
1-1/2 cups (one 12-oz. can) evaporated milk
1/2 cup butter or margarine
2 tablespoons light corn syrup
1 tablespoon white vinegar
2-1/2 cups crunchy peanut butter
1 jar (7 oz.) marshmallow creme
1/2 cup roughly chopped roasted peanuts (optional)
Directions
- In a 4-quart saucepan, combine sugar, evaporated milk, butter, corn syrup, and vinegar. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture comes to full rolling boil; boil and stir 5 minutes. Remove from heat. Add peanut butter and marshmallow creme; stir until smooth. If using, stir in peanuts. Spread into ungreased 13x9x2-inch pan; cool completely. Cut into 1-inch squares. Store in tightly covered container at room temperature.