Copycat Payday Candy Bars
Recreate the classic sweet and salty Payday candy bar at home with this easy copycat recipe. Featuring a chewy caramel center and a crunchy peanut coating, these homemade bars are sure to satisfy your cravings.
Ingredients
Caramel Filling
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup light corn syrup
- 0.25 cup butter unsalted, cut into cubes
- 0.5 cup evaporated milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
Peanut Coating
- 2 cups roasted peanuts unsalted, dry roasted
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Lightly grease the parchment paper.
- In a medium saucepan, combine granulated sugar, corn syrup, butter, and evaporated milk. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the butter is melted and the mixture is smooth.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer, stirring occasionally, for about 10-12 minutes, or until the caramel reaches the soft-ball stage (240°F or 115°C on a candy thermometer).
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract and salt.
- Working quickly, pour about half of the caramel mixture onto the prepared baking sheet in a thin, even layer. Spread the roasted peanuts evenly over the caramel.
- Pour the remaining caramel mixture over the peanuts, ensuring they are completely covered. Spread evenly.
- Allow the candy bars to cool completely at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
- Once firm, cut into bars using a sharp knife.
Notes
Store leftover candy bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week, or in the refrigerator for longer storage.
Nutrition
Serving: 200gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 120gProtein: 120gFat: 120gSaturated Fat: 120gPolyunsaturated Fat: 120gMonounsaturated Fat: 120gTrans Fat: 120gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 120gSugar: 120gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 120mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 120mg
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