Homemade Payday Candy Bars: A Sweet, Nutty Delight
Introduction
If you’ve ever enjoyed a Payday candy bar, you know that it’s the perfect combination of salty and sweet. The crunchy, roasted peanuts coated in a smooth, sticky caramel create a satisfying texture that’s irresistible. While you can easily find the classic Payday candy bars in stores, making them at home allows you to control the ingredients and even experiment with different flavors and variations.
In this article, we’ll show you how to create your own version of this candy bar, combining the crunch of roasted peanuts with the sweetness of homemade caramel. The result is a candy bar that tastes just like the one you remember—only fresher, and with the added satisfaction of having made it yourself. Whether you’re making them for a sweet treat at home or gifting them to friends, these homemade Payday bars are sure to become a favorite.
Ingredients
To make these delicious homemade Payday candy bars, you’ll need the following ingredients:
- 2 cups salted peanuts (or unsalted if you prefer a more balanced sweetness)
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup light brown sugar (packed)
- 1/2 cup corn syrup (light or dark)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk
- Optional: A pinch of sea salt for sprinkling on top