Payday Candy Bar
A homemade version of the classic Payday candy bar made with roasted peanuts, creamy peanut butter, mini marshmallows, and a sweet caramelized coating. A delicious treat that’s easy to make and full of rich peanut flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: undefined
- Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 16 servings 1x
- Category: Candy, Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 4 cups roasted or honey roasted peanuts
- 1/2 cup peanut butter
- 1 package peanut butter chips (about 10 oz)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 1 package mini marshmallows
Instructions
- Line a 9×9-inch square baking pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the roasted peanuts and mini marshmallows.
- In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Add peanut butter, peanut butter chips, and sweetened condensed milk. Stir constantly until everything is completely melted and smooth.
- Pour the melted peanut butter mixture over the peanuts and marshmallows. Stir to combine until everything is well-coated.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly and pressing down firmly to compact the mixture.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until the bars are set and firm.
- Once set, cut into squares and serve the homemade Payday candy bars.
Notes
- For extra flavor, you can sprinkle a bit of sea salt over the top before chilling.
- Store these bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
- If you prefer, you can use crunchy peanut butter for added texture in the bars.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 19g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
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