These Homemade Candy Bars Taste Just Like a Popular Classic—And It Fills a 13x9 Pan

These Homemade Candy Bars Taste Just Like a Popular Classic—And It Fills a 13x9 Pan

60 servings
Snickerooni Bars use a quadruple combo of chocolate, nougat, caramel, and peanuts

Ingredients

  • Nonstick cooking spray
  • 14.3-oz. pkg. chocolate sandwich cookies with white filling

    36 cookies

    1
  • salted butter
    ⅓ c
  • sugar
    1 ¼ c
  • salted butter
    ⅓ c
  • 5-oz. can evaporated milk

    divided, ⅔ cup

    1
  • 7-oz. jar marshmallow crème
    1
  • creamy peanut butter
    ¼ c
  • cocktail peanuts or salted cashews
    1 ¾ c
  • 14-oz. pkg. vanilla caramels

    unwrapped

    1
  • milk chocolate chips
    1 ½ c

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a 13x9-inch baking pan with foil, extending foil over edges of pan. Lightly coat foil with cooking spray. Place cookies in a food processor . Cover and process until very finely chopped. In a medium bowl combine cookie crumbs and ⅓ cup melted butter. Firmly press crumb mixture into bottom of prepared pan. Bake until set, 12 minutes. Cool in pan on a wire rack.

  2. 2

    For nougat, in a medium saucepan combine sugar, ⅓ cup butter, and ½ cup of the evaporated milk. Bring to boiling over medium-high, stirring to dissolve sugar. Reduce heat to medium. Simmer, uncovered, 10 minutes. Remove saucepan from heat. Stir in marshmallow crème and peanut butter . Stir in chopped nuts. Pour nougat over crust in baking pan. Carefully spread evenly to edges. Place pan in freezer 20 minutes while preparing caramel layer .

  3. 3

    For caramel layer, place caramels and remaining evaporated milk (about 2 Tbsp.) in a medium bowl. Microwave, stirring every 30 seconds, until caramels are melted, 1½ to 2 minutes. Pour caramel mixture evenly over nougat layer in pan, carefully spreading to edges. Return pan to freezer 10 to 15 minutes.

  4. 4

    In a small bowl microwave chocolate chips, stirring every 30 seconds, until melted and smooth, about 1 minute. Pour melted chocolate over caramel layer. Spread evenly to edges. Cover and chill until firm, 2 hours. Use edges of foil to lift uncut bars from pan. Transfer to a cutting board. Cut into bars..

These Homemade Candy Bars Taste Just Like a Popular Classic—And It Fills a 13x9 Pan

These Homemade Candy Bars Taste Just Like a Popular Classic—And It Fills a 13x9 Pan

60 servings209 cal

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About this Recipe

Indulge in Homemade Snickerooni Bars: A Classic Candy Bar Experience!

Craving that iconic combination of rich chocolate, gooey caramel, salty peanuts, and fluffy nougat? Look no further than these incredible Homemade Snickerooni Bars! Designed to fill a generous 13x9 pan, this recipe delivers all the irresistible flavors of a beloved classic candy bar, scaled up for sharing (or savoring all by yourself!). Each bite is a symphony of textures and tastes, making it the ultimate treat for any dessert lover.

What makes these Snickerooni Bars truly special is their decadent layered construction. We start with a buttery crust made from chocolate sandwich cookies, providing a rich, dark base. Next comes a luscious nougat layer, crafted with marshmallow crème and creamy peanut butter, giving it that signature soft, chewy texture. This is generously studded with salty cocktail peanuts or cashews, adding a crucial crunch and savory balance. Finally, a thick layer of melted vanilla caramels is draped over everything, followed by a smooth blanket of milk chocolate chips that sets into a glorious top coat. The result? A perfectly balanced, sweet and salty, chewy and crunchy masterpiece!

Tips for Perfect Snickerooni Bars:

  • Pressing the Crust: Ensure your chocolate cookie crust is firmly pressed into the pan for a sturdy base that won't crumble.
  • Even Layers: Spreading the nougat and caramel layers evenly helps ensure every serving has the perfect balance of flavors.
  • Patience is Key: Allow ample chilling time for the bars to set properly before cutting. This makes for cleaner slices and prevents a messy experience!

These chocolate caramel peanut bars are ideal for potlucks, parties, or simply as a delightful weekend project. Serve them chilled or at room temperature for a decadent dessert that will have everyone reaching for more. They're a fantastic way to enjoy the taste of a classic candy bar, made fresh in your own kitchen!

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