Peanut Butter Fudge with Condensed Milk

Ingredients and Weight:

• Peanut Butter: 1 cup (240 grams)
• Condensed Milk: 14 oz (397 grams)
• Sugar: 1/2 cup (100 grams)
• Salt: 1/4 teaspoon
• Vanilla Extract: 1 teaspoon
• Chocolate Chips or Cocoa Powder: Optional, for extra flavor and texture
• Butter or cooking spray: For greasing the baking dish

Preparation Time:

• Preparation Time: 15 minutes
• Cooking Time: 30 minutes
• Total Time: 45 minutes

Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Grease a baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
2. In a large saucepan, combine the peanut butter, condensed milk, sugar, and salt.
3. Heat the mixture over medium-low heat and stir continuously until the sugar dissolves and the mixture becomes well combined.
4. Once the mixture starts to boil, reduce the heat to low and continue stirring.
5. Add the vanilla extract and continue stirring until the fudge starts to thicken.
6. At this point, you can add chocolate chips or cocoa powder for extra flavor and texture, if desired. Stir well to combine.
7. Pour the fudge into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
8. Let the fudge cool at room temperature, then cut into squares or bars.

Nutritional Information: (Based on the given ingredients)

• Calories: Approx. 450 calories per serving (based on 8 servings)
• Fat: Approx. 22 grams
• Carbohydrates: Approx. 56 grams
• Protein: Approx. 8 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• This fudge is rich, creamy, and has a strong peanut butter flavor.
• The condensed milk gives it a unique, sweet taste that is popular in American cuisine.
• It's a great dessert for people who enjoy peanut butter and chocolate combinations.

User Comments:

1. "This fudge was so good! The peanut butter flavor was rich and the condensed milk added a nice, creamy texture."
2. "I added some extra chocolate chips and it was even better. A great dessert for a special occasion."
3. "This fudge was easy to make and was a hit with my family. I will definitely make it again."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Make sure to use a low heat setting when cooking the fudge to prevent it from burning or getting too hard.
• Stir continuously to ensure the mixture doesn't stick to the bottom of the saucepan or burn.
• You can adjust the amount of chocolate chips or cocoa powder based on your preference for extra chocolate flavor and texture in the fudge.