Cherry Mash Candy Recipe

Cherry Mash Candy Recipe

  • 2 cups white sugar
  • 2/3 cup evaporated milk
  • 1 1/4 cups miniature marshmallows
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1 dash salt
  • 1 1/4 cups cherry baking chips
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
  • 3/4 cup chunky peanut butter
  1. In a large saucepan over medium heat, stir together sugar, milk, marshmallows, butter, and salt. Simmer for about 5 minutes or until mixture reaches soft ball stage, 240 degrees F (115 degrees C). Turn off heat. Add cherry chips and vanilla; stir until melted.
  2. Pour mixture into a well-greased 9×13 inch pan, and let cool until firm.
  3. In a microwave, or in a saucepan over low heat, melt chocolate chips and peanut butter. Pour over cherry mixture and spread evenly. Allow to cool completely before cutting.