Packed with protein, only four ingredients, and out of this world peanut flavor – these Totally Nutty Peanut Butter Candy Bars are going to knock your socks off!
Peanut butter lovers unite! I have the EASIEST recipe ever for you guys today. It’s one you will find yourself turning to time and time again because it takes so little time to prepare and is just so fantastically yummy!
These candy bars remind me A LOT of PayDay candy bars – which is probably why I love them so much. I have seriously fond memories of PayDays. My Dad would buy the gigantic box of PayDays at Costco and keep them in the back of his truck for snacks while he was out doing inspections in the field. Sometimes I would forget my lunch and it was on those days that I was grateful my Dad liked to keep his truck stocked 🙂
That kind of stuff totally flies with dads, am I right?
So all the hard work happens in the microwave. It’s as simple as melting some ingredients together, stirring in some salted peanuts, forming them into the shape of your choice (I chose logs) and coating them in even more peanuts.
That kind of sounded long when I wrote it out…but, trust me! It’s super easy 🙂
Let the candy bars sit up for a bit and you’ll be amply rewarded. The center is firm but chewy and is packed with peanuts. No sticky fingers to contend with because all that stickiness is covered in beautifully roasted, chopped peanuts.
These candy bars are a favorite snack of both mine and the boys. It packs a powerful protein punch and is perfect before, during, and after swim practices. I find myself grabbing a bar (or two!) around 2 in the afternoon. You know, right when I’m thinking a nap sounds pretty darn good…
These candy bars have become an absolute staple in our house which makes me extra glad that they stay good for a week or more. Next time you’re looking for a delicious snack or treat – you really need to give these a try! With just a few ingredients, you can be indulging in the ultimate peanutty treat in just minutes!
Totally Nutty Peanut Butter Candy Bars
Ingredients
- 10 oz Reese's Peanut Butter Chips
- 1/2 cup light corn syrup
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 cups roasted salted peanuts (whole)
- 1 cup roasted salted peanuts chopped
Instructions
- Melt peanut butter chips, corn syrup, and butter together in a medium size microwavable bowl on medium heat, stirring every 30 seconds until smooth. (I used my 4 cup glass measuring cup.)
- Stir in 2 cups of peanuts. Set aside.
- Line two baking sheets with waxed paper.
- Place chopped peanuts in a bowl or on top of a cutting board.
- After the peanut butter chip mixture has cooled for several minutes, divide and begin shaping into logs or squares.
- Roll the candy in the chopped nuts, pressing gently to adhere. (Candies do NOT need to be fully coated.)
- Let candy sit for at least an hour to finish cooling and harden slightly.
- Store in an airtight container for 7-10 days.
Nutrition
More peanut butter madness:
Peanut Butter Caramel Toffee Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars
Peanut Butter and Jelly Sugar Cookie Pizza
Reese’s Peanut Butter Oatmeal Cookie Bars
No Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Oatmeal Cookies
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Julianne @ Beyond Frosting says
I should make a batch of these to take on the plane to Miami with me! Yum!
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
Thanks girl! Have fun at BlogHer Julianne!
Suzie says
I love peanuts and it’s totally the sweetest way to make a candy out of peanut! Thanks for the recipe! i’ll try this! =)
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
Awesome Suzie! Thanks for stopping by!
Gloria // Simply Gloria says
Trish, I love easy.. and I LOVE PB!!! Can’t wait to make these for myself and maybe I’ll share with my boys. 🙂
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
Just maybe…hehe! Thanks Gloria!
Heather @ French Press says
I never really ate paydays as a kid, but man your version looks delicious!
Lindsay @ Life, Love and Sugar says
These look and sound delicious! All that yummy peanut-y-ness! YUM! Pinned of course!
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
Thanks so much Lindsay!
Valerie | From Valerie's Kitchen says
I can tell how totally addictive these would be. Pinning 🙂
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
Yup 🙂 Super addicting Valerie!
Laura @ Laura's Culinary Adventures says
Yum! Who doesn’t love a Payday? That my kind of lunch 🙂
Jessica @ A Kitchen Addiction says
It’s a good thing I have all of the ingredients in the house, because I need to make these ASAP!
Erin @ The Spiffy Cookie says
I must have these as soon as humanly possible.
Mir says
I love this recipe! I’m going to make it later and call it a healthy snack. Would I be going too far if I dipped the bars in chocolate?
Ala says
Trish, I can so totally get on board with this. So quick and so easy–AND such a great way to satisfy my insatiable love for peanuts. Thanks for sharing!
Amy @ Amy's Healthy Baking says
It seems like dads and PB go together like two peas in a pod! My dad never let me have candy bars instead of a meal (so jealous of that!), but he always slathered my PB-only sandwiches with three times as much as my mom. One of my favorite parts of childhood! With how incredible those gooey centers look, I wouldn’t be surprised if you dad started carrying these around instead of PayDays! 🙂
Dorothy @ Crazy for Crust says
I’m DYING! And your photos are GORGEOUS, btw. 🙂
marcie says
Trish, these would kill me! I love Payday bars — that sweet and salty, thing really gets me, especially with all that peanut-ty goodness. I’d be hard pressed to walk away from these. 🙂
Averie @ Averie Cooks says
I want these! They look so chewy, with texture and crunch, and loaded with PB!! YES!! What is your thoughts if I were to omit all the crunchy peanuts, both stirred in and coated? Do you think they would still set up? Or are those 2 cups really necessary for setting up so it’s not too gloppy? My daughter only likes smooth PB stuff and these would be great for snacks!