Aunt Pat's Chocolate Butterscotch Candy Recipe

This irresistible Chocolate Butterscotch Candy recipe, passed down from Aunt Pat, is a holiday favorite! Easy enough for kids (with supervision), this recipe creates a delightful blend of sweet and salty flavors. Customize it with craisins instead of raisins, or add coconut for an extra tropical twist! Get ready for a decadent treat that will disappear in minutes!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 93 mins
Calories 228.6 kcal
Protein 7g
Rating 5.0 (6 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Aunt Pat's Chocolate Butterscotch Candy

  • 2 cups butterscotch chips
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1 cup pretzels (broken into smaller pieces)
  • 1/2 cup dry-roasted peanuts
  • 1/2 cup raisins (or craisins)
  • Butter (for greasing 9x13 inch baking dish)

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How to Make Aunt Pat's Chocolate Butterscotch Candy

  1. Butter a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  2. In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine 2 cups butterscotch chips, 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips, and 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter.
  3. Microwave on high for 1 minute.
  4. Stir until smooth.
  5. Microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring after each interval, until the mixture is completely melted and smooth.
  6. Stir in 1 cup pretzels (broken into smaller pieces), 1/2 cup dry-roasted peanuts, and 1/2 cup raisins (or craisins).
  7. Spread evenly into the prepared baking dish.
  8. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  9. Score into 1-2 inch squares.
  10. Refrigerate for at least another hour before serving to allow the candy to fully set.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

4 g

Sugar

90g

Fat

28g

Carbs

9g

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