These Homemade Payday Candy Bars deliver the perfect balance of salty and sweet! With crunchy peanuts and a creamy caramel-like filling, this no-bake treat is easy to make and totally irresistible. 🥜🍬
🛒 Ingredients:
- 🥜 3 cups salted peanuts, divided
- 🍬 1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk
- 🧈 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 🐝 2 cups mini marshmallows
- 🍯 1/2 cup light corn syrup
- 🌿 1 tsp vanilla extract
🔥 Instructions:
1️⃣ Prepare the Pan:
- Line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper and grease it lightly. Spread 1 1/2 cups of peanuts evenly on the bottom of the dish.
2️⃣ Make the Filling:
- In a medium saucepan, combine the sweetened condensed milk, butter, mini marshmallows, and corn syrup.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture is smooth and melted.
- Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
3️⃣ Assemble the Bars:
- Pour the warm filling evenly over the layer of peanuts in the prepared pan.
- Sprinkle the remaining 1 1/2 cups of peanuts over the top, pressing gently to adhere.
4️⃣ Cool and Set:
- Let the candy cool at room temperature for about 1 hour, then refrigerate for another 2-3 hours until firm.
5️⃣ Slice and Serve:
- Once set, lift the candy out of the pan using the parchment paper. Slice into bars and enjoy!
🍯 Why You’ll Love This Recipe:
- Salty-Sweet Perfection: Just like the classic Payday candy bar but better!
- No-Bake Ease: A simple treat that doesn’t require the oven.
- Crowd-Pleaser: Perfect for parties, holidays, or snack time.
- Customizable: Add a drizzle of chocolate or swap in other nuts for variety.
Enjoy the satisfying crunch and creamy sweetness of these Homemade Payday Candy Bars—they’re a treat everyone will love! 🥜🍬✨