Indulge in the ultimate homemade treat with these M&M/Mars Snickers-style bars. This recipe combines a smooth, buttery nougat made from corn syrup, peanut butter, and vanilla, topped with a layer of melted caramels and roasted peanuts. The entire bar is then dipped in rich milk chocolate for a decadent finish. These bars offer a perfect balance of textures: chewy, crunchy, and creamy. They are an excellent choice for parties, gifts, or simply satisfying a sweet tooth. While they require some patience to set properly, the result is a superior, fresh-tasting alternative to store-bought candy.
M&M/Mars Snickers Bar
Description
Indulge in the ultimate homemade treat with these M&M/Mars Snickers-style bars. This recipe combines a smooth, buttery nougat made from corn syrup, peanut butter, and vanilla, topped with a layer of melted caramels and roasted peanuts. The entire bar is then dipped in rich milk chocolate for a decadent finish. These bars offer a perfect balance of textures: chewy, crunchy, and creamy. They are an excellent choice for parties, gifts, or simply satisfying a sweet tooth. While they require some patience to set properly, the result is a superior, fresh-tasting alternative to store-bought candy.Ingredients
Directions
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In a large bowl, combine the corn syrup, butter, vanilla, peanut butter, and salt. Beat with a mixer on high speed until the mixture is creamy and well-blended.
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Gradually add the powdered sugar to the wet mixture while mixing on low speed until combined, then increase speed to beat until the mixture forms a dough-like consistency.
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Lightly grease a 9x9-inch pan. Remove the nougat dough from the bowl and press it evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan.
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Place the pan in the refrigerator to chill and firm up the nougat base while you prepare the caramel layer.
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In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the caramels, stirring frequently until smooth and soft.
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Remove the caramel from heat and stir in the dry-roasted peanuts.
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Pour the warm caramel and peanut mixture evenly over the chilled nougat in the pan.
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Return the pan to the refrigerator and chill until the caramel layer is firm, approximately 1-2 hours.
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Once firm, remove the pan from the refrigerator and cut the slab into 2x1-inch rectangular bars.
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Melt the milk chocolate chips in a double boiler over low heat or in a microwave on high for 2 minutes, stirring halfway through, until smooth.
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Dip each bar into the melted chocolate using a fork, ensuring it is fully coated.
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Tap the fork against the side of the bowl to remove excess chocolate.
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Place the chocolate-coated bars on a sheet of waxed paper or parchment paper to set at room temperature (below 70 degrees F).
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Allow the bars to cool completely. You may also place them in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to speed up the setting process.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 24
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 143.6kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 9.8g16%
- Saturated Fat 4.6g23%
- Cholesterol 16.1mg6%
- Sodium 79.6mg4%
- Total Carbohydrate 12.6g5%
- Dietary Fiber 0.4g2%
- Sugars 5.5g
- Protein 1.9g4%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
Storage: Store the finished bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Temperature: For best results, ensure the room temperature is below 70 degrees F when setting the chocolate to prevent melting.
Substitutions: You can use dark or white chocolate chips instead of milk chocolate for a different flavor profile.
Peanuts: Ensure peanuts are dry-roasted and unsalted to control the sweetness and texture of the caramel layer.
