Candy Bar Fudge

Recipe View 5 mins Prepare the Pan: Grease an 8x8 inch square baking pan with butter or line with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 2 mins Make the Fudge Base: In a large, microwave-safe bowl, combine the butter, cocoa powder, brown sugar, and milk. Microwave on high for 1-2 minutes, or until the mixture comes to a boil, stirring occasionally to prevent scorching. (2 minutes)

Recipe View 5 mins Incorporate Sugar and Vanilla: Remove from the microwave and immediately stir in the confectioners' sugar and vanilla extract until smooth and well combined. The mixture will be thick. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 2 mins Pour into Pan: Pour the fudge base into the prepared pan and spread evenly. (2 minutes)

Recipe View 3 mins Prepare Caramel Peanut Layer: In a separate microwave-safe bowl, combine the unwrapped caramels and water. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until the caramels are melted and smooth. (3 minutes)

Recipe View 3 mins Add Peanuts and Spread: Stir in the salted peanuts until evenly coated with the melted caramel. Immediately spread this mixture evenly over the chocolate fudge layer. (3 minutes)

Recipe View 2 mins Melt Chocolate Chips: In a small, microwave-safe bowl, combine the semi-sweet and milk chocolate chips. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until the chocolate is melted and smooth. (2 minutes)

Recipe View 2 mins Spread Chocolate Topping: Spread the melted chocolate evenly over the caramel-peanut layer. (2 minutes)

Recipe View 2 hrs Chill: Cover the pan with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or until firm. (120 minutes)

Recipe View 5 mins Cut and Serve: Once firm, remove the fudge from the pan using the parchment paper overhang (if used). Cut into squares and serve. (5 minutes)