Out of Bounds Candy Bars
Get ready to indulge in pure decadence with these homemade Out of Bounds Candy Bars—a luxurious blend of caramel, nougat, roasted peanuts, and a rich chocolate topping. This no-bake treat features layers of buttery caramel, fluffy peanut butter nougat, and crunchy salted peanuts, all enveloped in a silky combination of milk and semisweet chocolate. Perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth, these candy bars are straightforward to make with simple ingredients like marshmallow fluff, heavy cream, and chocolate chips. Whether you’re prepping for a party, gifting a homemade dessert, or craving a nostalgic treat, these irresistible bars are sure to impress. With just 45 minutes of active prep and a little patience for chilling, you’ll have 24 crowd-pleasing treats ready to enjoy. Treat yourself to this candy bar creation—it’s like bringing your favorite confectionery shop to your kitchen!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Unsalted butter
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 1 cup Brown sugar
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 7 ounces Marshmallow fluff
- 1 cup Smooth peanut butter
- 1.5 cups Peanuts (salted and roasted)
- 3 cups Milk chocolate chips
- 1 cup Semisweet chocolate chips
- 3 tablespoons Shortening or coconut oil
Instructions
Line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper, letting the edges overhang for easy lifting later. Grease the parchment lightly with butter or spray oil.
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt 1/4 cup of butter, then stir in the granulated sugar, brown sugar, and 1/2 cup of the heavy cream. Bring the mixture to a boil and cook for about 3–4 minutes, stirring constantly, until a caramel-like consistency forms.
Remove the saucepan from heat, then stir in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Pour this caramel mixture into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly to form the base layer. Let it cool for about 15 minutes.
While the caramel layer is cooling, make the nougat layer. In a mixing bowl, combine the marshmallow fluff, peanut butter, and the remaining heavy cream. Mix well until smooth. Spread this nougat evenly over the set caramel layer.
Sprinkle the salted and roasted peanuts evenly over the nougat layer, pressing them gently to adhere. Place the pan in the fridge to firm up for about 20 minutes.
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the milk chocolate chips, semisweet chocolate chips, and shortening (or coconut oil). Heat in 30-second increments, stirring between each, until melted and smooth.
Pour the melted chocolate mixture over the chilled peanut layer, spreading evenly to create a smooth chocolate top. Let the bars rest in the fridge for at least 1 hour, or until fully set.
Once set, use the parchment overhang to lift the candy bar slab out of the pan. Transfer to a cutting board and slice into 24 bars using a sharp knife.
Serve immediately or store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week, or in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
11314 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 705.8 g | 905% | |
| Saturated Fat | 310.4 g | 1552% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 584 mg | 195% | |
| Sodium | 2758 mg | 120% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 1141.0 g | 415% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 48.0 g | 171% | |
| Total Sugars | 948.9 g | ||
| Protein | 177.3 g | 355% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1402 mg | 108% | |
| Iron | 29.2 mg | 162% | |
| Potassium | 4555 mg | 97% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
