Sweet Homemade Payday Candy Bar Recipes Everyone Will Love

Indulging in a sweet and salty treat doesn’t get any easier than making your own Homemade Payday Candy Bars! This delightful recipe combines the crunch of dry roasted salted peanuts with a creamy confection that will leave your taste buds dancing. Let’s jump into crafting these delicious bars that are perfect for a snack or dessert!

Homemade Payday Candy Bars

These homemade candy bars take inspiration from the classic Payday candy, featuring a rich buttery base topped generously with crunchy peanuts. With minimal ingredients and an easy method, you can whip up these treats in no time!

Ingredients

1 cup unsalted butter
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 cup corn syrup
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
4 cups dry roasted salted peanuts
4 cups rice cereal (like Rice Krispies)
1 cup chocolate chips (for topping)

Instructions

Prepare a 9x13 inch baking dish by greasing it lightly or lining it with parchment paper for easy removal later.
In a large saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat, then add in the brown sugar and stir until it is fully dissolved.
Pour in the corn syrup and continue stirring until the mixture comes to a gentle boil. Allow it to boil for about 2 minutes, then remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the dry roasted salted peanuts and rice cereal, mixing them together. Pour the warm butter mixture over the top and stir until all the ingredients are thoroughly coated.
Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish, pressing it down firmly with a spatula to create an even layer.
While the mixture cools slightly, melt the chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second increments, stirring in between, until smooth. Then, pour the melted chocolate over the pressed mixture and spread it evenly with a spatula.
Let the bars cool completely at room temperature or in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour until set. Once hardened, cut them into small squares or bars, and enjoy!

These Homemade Payday Candy Bars are sure to become a favorite in your household. They’re not only satisfying to make but also delightful to eat. Serve them at parties, share with friends, or keep them all to yourself—they’re that good!