Butterscotch Fudge Recipe
Overview:
🕒 Total Time: 15 minutes
🥄 Prep Time: 5 minutes
🔥 Cook Time: 10 minutes
🍬 Category: Candy
🏷️ Keywords: Dessert, Christmas, < 15 Mins
Nutrition Facts (per serving):
- Calories: 1882
- Fat: 88.3g
- Saturated Fat: 52g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
- Sodium: 791mg
- Carbohydrates: 249.3g
- Fiber: 3.5g
- Sugar: 231.6g
- Protein: 32.6g
Ingredients:
- 2 cups sweetened condensed milk
- 1 cup marshmallows
- 16 ounces butterscotch morsels
- 1/2 cup peanut butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
Instructions:
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Prepare Ingredients: Gather all the ingredients required for making Butterscotch Fudge.
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Melt Ingredients: In the top part of a double boiler, combine the butterscotch morsels, sweetened condensed milk, and marshmallows.
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Double Boiler Method: Place the double boiler over boiling water, ensuring the water does not touch the bottom of the top part containing the ingredients. Stir occasionally until the mixture is melted and smooth.
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Add Flavor: Once melted, remove the mixture from the heat. Stir in the peanut butter, vanilla extract, and salt until well combined.
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Pan Preparation: Grease an 8-inch square pan with butter or cooking spray to prevent the fudge from sticking.
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Pour Mixture: Pour the melted fudge mixture into the prepared pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
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Chill: Place the pan of fudge in the refrigerator and chill until it is almost firm. This usually takes about 1-2 hours.
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Cut and Decorate: Once the fudge is set but still slightly soft, remove it from the refrigerator and cut it into squares using a sharp knife. Optionally, press a quarter of a cherry onto the top of each fudge square for decoration.
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Serving: Serve the delicious Butterscotch Fudge immediately, or store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
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Enjoy: Indulge in the rich, creamy, and sweet flavor of this homemade Butterscotch Fudge as a delightful treat for any occasion!
This Butterscotch Fudge recipe yields approximately 2 1/4 pounds of fudge, making it perfect for sharing with family and friends during the holidays or any time you crave a decadent dessert.
