Pay Day Candy
Satisfy your sweet and salty cravings with this irresistible homemade Pay Day Candy recipe! A nostalgic treat inspired by the classic candy bar, this no-bake dessert combines layers of crunchy salted peanuts with a creamy, melt-in-your-mouth filling made from mini marshmallows, peanut butter chips, sweetened condensed milk, and butter. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a handful of simple pantry staples, you'll create a delectable snack that's perfect for parties, holiday gifting, or everyday indulgence. Each bite strikes the perfect balance of sweetness and saltiness, while its soft, chewy texture is sure to win over every dessert lover. Easily cut into squares or bars, this homemade candy is as fun to make as it is to eat!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Salted peanuts
- 2 cups Mini marshmallows
- 1 cup Peanut butter chips
- 0.5 can (14 oz) Sweetened condensed milk
- 2 tablespoons Butter
Instructions
Line a 9x13-inch baking dish with parchment paper or foil, leaving an overhang for easy removal, and lightly grease it with non-stick spray.
Spread 1 cup of salted peanuts evenly across the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
In a medium saucepan, combine mini marshmallows, peanut butter chips, sweetened condensed milk, and butter. Heat over medium-low, stirring constantly, until the mixture is smooth and fully melted.
Carefully pour the melted marshmallow mixture over the layer of peanuts in the baking dish, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of salted peanuts evenly over the top, gently pressing them into the marshmallow layer to ensure they stick.
Allow the candy to cool at room temperature for about 30 minutes, then transfer the dish to the refrigerator and chill for at least 2 hours, or until the candy is firm.
Once firm, use the parchment paper or foil overhang to lift the candy out of the dish. Cut into bars or squares with a sharp knife.
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
359 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 23.1 g | 30% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.0 g | 35% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 12 mg | 4% | |
| Sodium | 185 mg | 8% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 31.5 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.7 g | ||
| Protein | 10.9 g | 22% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 74 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 0.6 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 290 mg | 6% | |
*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.
