Peanut Butter Fudge

Ingredients


1. Peanut Butter, smooth - 240ml
2. Unsalted butter - 240 grams
3. Vanilla extract - 1 tsp
4. Icing sugar - 450 grams
5. Shredded coconut, roasted - 1 cup
6. Salt - 1/4tsp (Optional)

Method


1. Line the bottom and sides of an 9 inch (20 or 23 cm) square pan with aluminum foil or wax paper.
2. Place the peanut butter, butter, and salt in a large heatproof bowl placed over a saucepan of simmering water & melt.
3. Then, using a spatula or wooden spoon, stir in the vanilla extract, shredded coated and powdered sugar.
4. Spread the fudge into the prepared pan, smoothing the top with an offset spatula or the back of a spoon. 
5. Cover and place in the refrigerator until firm (at least two hours).
6. Take out & cut into 1 inch squares.

Adapted from: www.joyofbaking.com