Cinnamon-Graham-Vanilla Fudge

Ingredients

• 2 cups of graham crackers, crushed
• 1 cup of butter, melted
• 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
• 3 cups of white sugar
• 2/3 cup of evaporated milk
• 1/4 cup of chopped walnuts (optional)
• 1/4 cup of semi-sweet chocolate chips (optional)

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
2. In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and cinnamon. Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
3. Bake for 10 minutes in the preheated oven. Set aside.
4. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the sugar, evaporated milk, and vanilla extract. Bring to a boil and cook for 5 minutes, stirring constantly.
5. Pour the hot mixture over the graham cracker crust. Sprinkle with walnuts and chocolate chips, if desired.
6. Cool before cutting into bars.

Interesting Facts

• This recipe was inspired by the traditional Mexican “cajeta” dessert.
• Fudge can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks.
• Fudge is a type of confectionery which is made by mixing sugar, butter and milk, heating it to the soft-ball stage, and then beating the mixture while it cools.