Just made a batch of homemade payday candy bars for the first time and the family is going nuts! 🥜Who knew recreating this classic could be so fun and tasty? Watch out, sweet tooth coming through!
Ingredients
Indulge in the divine taste of our homemade payday candy bars, masterfully crafted with just a handful of ingredients:
- 3 cups of salted peanuts, for that perfect crunch
- 2 cups of peanut butter chips, to deliver the iconic flavor
- 2 cups of mini marshmallows, adding a touch of sweetness
- 1 can of sweetened condensed milk, for a creamy consistency
- 3 tablespoons of unsalted butter, to meld the flavors together
- ½ teaspoon of pure vanilla extract, for a hint of aroma
Instructions
Initiate the candy-making process by combining the peanut butter chips and unsalted butter in a large saucepan. Gently heat this mixture until it melds into a velvety smooth paste.
Once you’ve achieved the perfect consistency, introduce the sweetened condensed milk, marshmallows, and a dash of vanilla extract to the pan. Stir these ingredients until they unite into a rich and creamy blend.
Prepare a rectangular 9×13-inch baking dish by applying a thin layer of butter or non-stick spray. Evenly distribute half of the salted peanuts across the dish, forming a crispy bed for the candy mix.
Pour your freshly made creamy mixture over the scattered peanuts, ensuring an even distribution. Once settled, garnish the dish with the remaining peanuts.
Allow your homemade payday candy bars to firm up by refrigerating or leaving them at room temperature. Once solidified, slice them into your desired serving sizes. Serve and relish every bite of this heavenly treat.
Homemade Payday Candy Bars
Ingredients
- 3 cups of salted peanuts, for that perfect crunch
- 2 cups of peanut butter chips, to deliver the iconic flavor
- 2 cups of mini marshmallows, adding a touch of sweetness
- 1 can of sweetened condensed milk, for a creamy consistency
- 3 tablespoons of unsalted butter, to meld the flavors together
- ½ teaspoon of pure vanilla extract, for a hint of aroma
Instructions
Initiate the candy-making process by combining the peanut butter chips and unsalted butter in a large saucepan. Gently heat this mixture until it melds into a velvety smooth paste.
Once you’ve achieved the perfect consistency, introduce the sweetened condensed milk, marshmallows, and a dash of vanilla extract to the pan. Stir these ingredients until they unite into a rich and creamy blend.
Prepare a rectangular 9×13-inch baking dish by applying a thin layer of butter or non-stick spray. Evenly distribute half of the salted peanuts across the dish, forming a crispy bed for the candy mix.
Pour your freshly made creamy mixture over the scattered peanuts, ensuring an even distribution. Once settled, garnish the dish with the remaining peanuts.
Allow your homemade payday candy bars to firm up by refrigerating or leaving them at room temperature. Once solidified, slice them into your desired serving sizes. Serve and relish every bite of this heavenly treat.
