Chocolate Caramel Candy Recipe

Indulge in these irresistible homemade Snickers bars! Rich layers of chocolate, creamy peanut butter caramel, and crunchy peanuts will have your family begging for more. This recipe requires some chilling time between layers, but trust us, the wait is worth it for this incredible treat. Perfect for holidays or any special occasion!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 55 mins
Calories 98.8 kcal
Protein 3g
Rating 4.6 (17 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Chocolate Caramel Candy

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How to Make Chocolate Caramel Candy

  1. Combine 1 cup chocolate chips, 1/4 cup peanut butter, and 2 tablespoons butter in a small saucepan.
  2. Stir over low heat until melted and smooth.
  3. Spread evenly onto the bottom of a lightly greased 13x9x2 inch pan.
  4. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes until set.
  5. For the filling, melt 1/2 cup butter in a heavy saucepan over medium-high heat.
  6. Add 1 cup granulated sugar and 1/4 cup milk.
  7. Bring to a boil, then boil and stir constantly for 5 minutes.
  8. Remove from heat and stir in 1 cup marshmallow creme, 1/2 cup peanut butter, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  9. Stir in 1 cup peanuts.
  10. Spread evenly over the chocolate layer.
  11. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes until set.
  12. In a saucepan, combine 1 cup caramels and 1/4 cup heavy cream.
  13. Stir over low heat until melted and smooth.
  14. Spread evenly over the peanut butter filling.
  15. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes until set.
  16. In another saucepan, combine 1 cup chocolate chips and 2 tablespoons peanut butter.
  17. Stir over low heat until melted and smooth.
  18. Pour evenly over the caramel layer.
  19. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  20. Cut into 1-inch squares.
  21. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

36g

Fat

9g

Carbs

3g