Ingredients and Weight:
- 1 cup salted butter (2 sticks)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup light corn syrup
- 1/2 cup evaporated milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup peanut butter chips
- 1 cup milk chocolate chips
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
10 minutes
Difficulty Level:
1 (simple)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Line an 8x8-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
- In a medium saucepan, combine the butter, sugar, corn syrup, and evaporated milk. Bring to a rolling boil over medium heat, stirring constantly.
- Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Let cool for 5 minutes.
- Stir in the peanut butter chips and milk chocolate chips. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight.
- Once chilled, cut into 32 squares and serve.
Nutritional Information:
Per square:
- Calories: 120
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
- Sodium: 50mg
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Sugar: 10g
- Protein: 2g
Dish Characteristics:
- Sweet, crunchy, and peanut butter-flavored candy
- Easy to make with just a few ingredients
- Perfect for candy lovers of all ages
User Comments:
- "These candy bars were so easy to make and they taste amazing! They're the perfect balance of sweet and crunchy."
- "My kids absolutely loved these candy bars. They're the perfect size for a quick snack."
- "I love that this candy is made with simple, wholesome ingredients. It's a delicious and guilt-free treat."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be careful not to overcook the sugar mixture, as it can burn easily.
- Let the candy cool completely before cutting into squares, otherwise it will be difficult to handle.
- If you don't have peanut butter chips, you can use chopped peanuts instead.
- For a fun twist, try adding your favorite candy sprinkles to the top before refrigerating.