Description
Indulgent homemade Snickers bars blend layers of nougat, caramel, and peanuts enrobed in chocolate. Rich chocolate and classic candy flavors combine for a nostalgic sweet treat you can create in your own kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup milk chocolate chips
- 1 cup milk chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup salted peanuts (coarsely chopped)
- 14 oz caramels (kraft caramel bits recommended)
- 7 oz marshmallow fluff
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup whipping cream
- 1/4 cup evaporated milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare a 9×13 inch pan by lining it with foil or parchment paper and lightly spraying with non-stick cooking spray.
- Melt chocolate chips and peanut butter in a microwave-safe bowl at 50% power. Heat for 1 minute, then stir. Continue heating in 30-second intervals until completely smooth and melted.
- Pour the chocolate mixture evenly into the prepared pan. Refrigerate for 20 minutes until set.
- In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add sugar and milk, stirring constantly until sugar dissolves. Bring to a boil and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Remove from heat and mix in marshmallow fluff, peanut butter, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
- Fold in chopped peanuts and spread the nougat mixture evenly over the chocolate layer. Allow to cool completely.
- Combine caramels and whipping cream in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat at 50% power for 30 seconds, stirring between intervals until smooth and fully melted.
- Pour melted caramel over the nougat layer, ensuring even coverage. Let cool completely until set.
- Melt remaining chocolate chips and peanut butter using the same microwave method as the first chocolate layer.
- Pour final chocolate layer over caramel, spreading to create a smooth, even top.
- Refrigerate for at least 1 hour until completely firm.
- Remove entire slab from pan by lifting the foil. Cut into individual bars of desired size.
- Store in a covered container at room temperature for up to one week.
Notes
- Ensure chocolate and peanut butter are melted slowly to prevent burning, stirring frequently for smooth consistency.
- For a healthier version, substitute dark chocolate and use natural peanut butter with no added sugars.
- Make the dessert gluten-free by checking ingredient labels for marshmallow fluff and chocolate chips.
- Prevent sticking by using high-quality parchment paper with overhanging edges for easy removal.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Melting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 247
- Sugar: 25 g
- Sodium: 95 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 27 g
- Fiber: 1.5 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg