“I’m always looking for easy, good family recipes.This one is a keeper.”
These homemade Payday candy bars are a fun and delicious twist on the classic store-bought treat. Packed with peanuts, peanut butter, and marshmallows, they’re sure to satisfy your sweet tooth and bring back happy memories. Plus, making them at home allows you to control the ingredients and freshness!
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Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Salted peanuts | 3 cups |
| Peanut butter chips | 2 cups |
| Mini marshmallows | 2 cups |
| Sweetened condensed milk | 1 can (14 oz) |
| Unsalted butter | 3 tablespoons |
| Vanilla extract | ½ teaspoon |
Instructions:
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Prepare the Pan: Line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper. Leave an overhang on the sides for easy removal. Lightly grease the parchment paper with butter or cooking spray.
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Melt and Combine: In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter. Add the peanut butter chips and stir until melted and smooth.
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Add the Wet Ingredients: Pour the sweetened condensed milk into the saucepan with the melted peanut butter mixture and stir well to combine.
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Fold in the Goodies: Remove the saucepan from heat. Gently fold in the mini marshmallows and salted peanuts until evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
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Vanilla Boost: Stir in the vanilla extract for an extra flavor kick.
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Pour and Chill: Pour the mixture into the prepared baking pan and spread it out evenly with a spatula. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until the candy bars are set and firm.
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Slice and Serve: Once chilled, lift the candy bars out of the pan using the parchment paper overhang. Cut them into individual bars or squares using a sharp knife. Enjoy your homemade Payday candy bars!
