Cuban Lunch Candies Recipe

These easy-to-make Cuban Lunch Candies (the name's a mystery, but the taste isn't!) are the perfect addition to your Christmas cookie platter. A delightful blend of creamy peanut butter, rich butterscotch, and crunchy chocolate and potato chips, these no-bake candies are a festive treat the whole family will adore. Get ready for a sweet and salty explosion in your mouth! Recipe courtesy of Melanie.

Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 20 mins

Calories 80.8 kcal

Protein 3g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Cuban Lunch Candies

Peanut Butter Chips
Butterscotch Chips
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Potato Chips
1/2 cup salted peanuts

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How to Make Cuban Lunch Candies

Melt 1 cup of peanut butter, 1 cup butterscotch chips, and 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips in a double boiler or microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth and melted.
Gently stir in 1/2 cup crushed potato chips and 1/2 cup salted peanuts.
Mix thoroughly to combine all ingredients.
Spoon the mixture into mini cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full.
Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or until set. For faster chilling, place in the freezer for 30-45 minutes.
(Optional) For added flavor and texture, stir in 1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut along with the peanuts and potato chips in step 2.
Once set, remove from the cupcake liners and enjoy these delightful Christmas treats!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

27g

Fat

12g

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Cuban Lunch Candies?

Cuban Lunch Candies takes about 35 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 20 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Cuban Lunch Candies?

Cuban Lunch Candies has approximately 80.8 calories per serving, with about 3 g protein, 2 g carbohydrates and 7 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Cuban Lunch Candies?

The key ingredients for Cuban Lunch Candies are Peanut Butter Chips, Butterscotch Chips, Chocolate Chips, Potato Chips, Peanuts. See the full list with measurements above.