Better Than Snickers Candy Bars Recipe

Ingredients for Better Than Snickers Candy Bars

• 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter
• Brown Sugar
• Sugar
• Corn Syrup
• Evaporated Milk
• Vanilla
• 1/4 cup water
• Egg Whites
• Chocolate Chips
• Marshmallow Base
• Chunky Peanut Butter

How to Make Better Than Snickers Candy Bars

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8x8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides to lift the finished bars out easily.
2. **Make the Peanut Brittle:** In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine 1 cup granulated sugar, 1/2 cup light corn syrup, 1/4 cup water, and a pinch of salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the mixture reaches 300°F (150°C) on a candy thermometer (firm-ball stage). Remove from heat and stir in 1 cup roasted peanuts. Pour immediately onto the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.
3. Let the brittle cool completely. Once cooled, break into smaller pieces.
4. **Make the Caramel:** In a separate saucepan over medium heat, combine 1 cup granulated sugar, 1/2 cup heavy cream, 1/4 cup butter, and 1/4 cup light corn syrup. Cook, stirring constantly, until the sugar dissolves and the mixture comes to a boil. Continue to boil, without stirring, until the caramel reaches 245°F (118°C) on a candy thermometer (soft-crack stage). Remove from heat and stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
5. **Assemble the Bars:** Spread the cooled peanut brittle evenly over the bottom of the prepared pan. Pour the caramel over the brittle and spread evenly.
6. Melt 12 ounces of milk chocolate chips with 2 tablespoons of shortening in a double boiler or microwave in 30 second intervals, stirring until smooth. Pour the melted chocolate over the caramel layer and spread evenly.
7. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until the chocolate is set. Once set, lift the bars out of the pan using the parchment paper overhang. Cut into bars and enjoy!
8. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.