In this weeks lesson Matt makes a super simple dessert. Perfect to keep in the fridge and spoil the kids with. Just a few minutes preparation an hour in the fridge and hey presto! Chocolate Peanut Butter Fudge….

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Peanut Butter Fudge

Ingredients

125g/4½oz butter

500g/1lb 2oz dark brown sugar

120ml/4fl oz milk

250g/9oz crunchy peanut butter

1 vanilla pod, seeds only

300g/10½oz icing sugar

Preparation method

. Melt the butter in a saucepan over a medium heat.

. Stir in the brown sugar and milk, and bring to the boil for 2-3 minutes, without stirring.

. Remove from the heat, and stir in the peanut butter and vanilla seeds.

. Place the icing sugar in a large bowl, and pour the hot butter and sugar mixture on top. Using a wooden spoon, beat the mixture until smooth.

. Pour into a 20cm/8in square baking tray, and set aside to cool slightly, then place in the fridge to chill completely.

Cut the fudge into squares with a sharp knife, turn out of the tin and store in an airtight container.