Chunky Peanut Butter Fudge

Peanut butter fudge with a secret ingredient--coffee adds a deep, rich flavor to this creamy dessert.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup light brown sugar, packed
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1/4 cup strong coffee
• 2 tablespoons light corn syrup
• 1/4 cup crunchy peanut butter
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions:

Place both sugars, milk, coffee and corn syrup into a large heavy saucepan. Bring to a boil, stirring until sugars are dissoved. Reduce heat and simmer uncovered without stirring until temperature reaches 238 degrees or a soft ball forms in cold water. Remove from heat, add peanut butter and vanilla, but do not mix. When mixture is lukewarm, beat until thick and creamy. Quickly pour into a greased 7 or 8 inch round pan, spreading quickly with a spatula. When fudge is firm, mark with a sharp knife and remove from pan, then break into irregular pieces.

Number of Servings: 1 pound fudge

Notes from the Cook: Preparation time is about 20 minutes.