How to Make the Best Copycat Payday Candy Bars at Home
Make your own delicious Payday candy bars at home with this easy recipe! Crunchy peanuts and chewy caramel combine for a perfect treat.
Servings: 8
Adjust the serving amount to scale the ingredient list. Written quantities in the steps refer to the original recipe; adjust them in the same proportion. Timing may vary with batch size.
Prep: 20 minutes
Total: 35 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup Roasted peanuts Unsalted
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup Heavy cream
- 0.25 cup Butter Salted
- 1 tsp Vanilla extract
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Spread the peanuts on a baking sheet and toast at 350°F (175°C) for 5-7 minutes.
- In a saucepan, combine sugar and heavy cream. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sugar dissolves.
- Add butter and continue to cook, without stirring, until the mixture reaches 245°F (118°C).
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
- Pour the caramel over the toasted peanuts and let it cool completely. Cut into bars.
Notes
Store the homemade Payday candy bars in an airtight container at room temperature.