I’m excited to share with you one of my favorite candy bar recipes — horner-nade Payday bars. These
sweet and salty delights are easy to make and perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth. Lefs dive right
into the recipe!
Can I use unsalted peanuts instead of salted dry roasted peanuts for this
recipe?
Yes, ycx-l can use unsalted peanuts, but keep in mind that the saltiness from the salted peanuts adds to
the flavor balance in the Payday candy bars. If you prefer less salt, you may want to add a pinch of salt to
the marshmallow mixture to bring wt the favors.
Is it possible to make these bars vegan-friendly?
Absolutely! TO make this recipe vegarrfriendly, you can replace the butter Wlth a plant-based alternative,
use vegan marshmallows. and find a vegan sweetened condensed milk substitute. Also, ensure that your
peanut butter baking chips are vegan.
Can I use a microwave instead of a saucepan to melt the marshmallow mixture?
Yes, you can use a microwave-safe bowl to melt the ingredients. Microwave in 30-seccnd intervals,
stirring between each interval, until the mixture is smooth and well combined. However, be cautious not
to overheat the mixture as it may burn or became too thick
How long do homemade Payday candy bars last, and how should I store them?
Homemade Payday candy bars can last up to two weeks when stored in an airtight container in the
refrigerator Make sure to separate the layers with parchment paper to prevent them from sticking
together.
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My homemade Payday candy bars turned out too sticky. How can I fix this?
If your bars are too sticky, you can try reducing the amount of peanut butter baking chips and
marshmallows in the recipe. Ahernatively, you can also try refrigerating or freezing the bars to help them
set better and become less sticky.
Can I add other ingredients to my homemade Payday candy bars, like chocolate
or dried fruits?
Of course! Feel free to get creative and add ingredients like chocolate chips, dried cranberries, or
chopped dates to the recipe. Just make sure to mix thern into the marshmallow mixture evenly before
pouring it over the peanuts.
Ingredients:
• 240z (680 g) salted dry roasted peanuts
• 3 cups (250 g) mini marshmallows
• IO oz (283 g) peanut butter baking chips
• 4 tbsp (56 g) butter or margarine
• 14 oz (397 g) can sweetened condensed milk
Instructions:
1. Prepare your baking dish by lining it Wlth parchment paper and lightly spraying it with non-stick
cooking spray. I used an 8×12-inch baking dish, you can also use a 9×13-inch dish if you prefer.
2. Spread a layer of salted dry roasted peanuts on the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Make sure
the layer is even, and set aside.
3. In a saucepan over low heat, combine the peanut butter baking chips, butter or margarine, and
sweetened condensed milk. Stir until the mixture is smooth and well cornbined.
4. Add the mini marshmallows to the saucepan and continue to cook, stirring frequently until the
marshmallows are completely melted and incorporated into the mixture.
S. Carefully pour the melted marshmallow mixture over the layer of peanuts in the baking dish. Make
sure it is evenly distributed.
6. Top the marshrnalbow mixture with another layer of salted dry roasted peanuts, pressing them gently
into the mixture-
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7. Allow the Payday bars to cool at rcom temperature. Once cooled, you can place them in the
refrigerator to set faster.
8. When the bars have set, lift the parchment paper frorn the baking dish and transfer it onto a cutting
board. Cut the bars into desired sizes.
9. If desired, you can roll the edges of the bars in additional chopped peanuts to addtexture and a more
professional look
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10. Serve and enjoy your homemade Payday candy bars! Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the
refrigerator.
Conclusion: These homemade Payday candy bars are a delightful combination of sweet and salty
favors, perfect for satisfying your cravings. While they may be a bit sticky, they are certainly delicious!
Feel free to tweak the recipe as needed to achieve your desired consistency.