
This layered sweet treat mixes together chocolate, peanut butter, fluffy marshmallow mixture, gooey caramel, and crunchy peanuts to create a dessert that'll remind you of a Snickers candy bar. You'll love how all the different textures come together in each bite - it's just the thing when you're craving something sweet.
INGREDIENTS- Butterscotch chips: 1/4 cup, brings a caramelly sweetness
- Milk chocolate chips: 1 cup, creates a velvety chocolate base
- Peanut butter: 1/4 cup, adds that classic nutty taste
- Butter: 4 tbsp, makes the marshmallow part extra creamy
- Evaporated milk: 1/4 cup, gives a smooth, rich texture
- Sugar: 1 cup, sweetens up the marshmallow layer
- Vanilla extract: 1 tsp, boosts flavor throughout
- Marshmallow crème: 1 1/2 cups, makes things light and fluffy
- Caramel cubes: 14 oz, turns into a luscious middle layer
- Heavy cream: 1/4 cup, thins the caramel to perfect consistency
- Salted peanuts: 1 1/2 cups, chopped, gives that needed crunch
- Step 4:
- Mix together chocolate chips, butterscotch chips, and peanut butter again just like you did for the first layer. Pour this over the caramel and pop it back in the fridge until everything's firm.
- Step 3:
- Combine the caramel cubes with heavy cream and melt until it's all smooth. Pour this mixture over your second layer and let it cool in the fridge.
- Step 2:
- Grab a saucepan and melt the butter. Add sugar and evaporated milk, then bring everything to a boil. Mix in the marshmallow crème, peanut butter, vanilla, and chopped peanuts. Pour this over your first layer and chill it.
- Step 1:
- Combine and melt milk chocolate chips with butterscotch chips and peanut butter until it's totally smooth. Spread it evenly in a greased 9×13 pan and let it cool in the fridge until firm.
- For clean cuts, warm your knife in hot water before slicing.
- Keep your treats in the fridge in an airtight container for up to a week.
- Want more crunch? Throw some extra chopped peanuts on the top layer before it sets.
- The tastiest results come from using good quality ingredients, especially the chocolate and peanut butter.
Tips from Well-Known Chefs
- Chef Bella says patience pays off - let each layer get completely cold before adding another for pretty, defined layers.
This layered treat captures what we all love about that famous candy bar by combining chocolate, peanuts, and caramel. It's a homemade version that might be even better than the original.
Wow-Worthy IndulgenceThis fancy fudge works great as a party contribution, a thoughtful homemade gift, or just a special treat you made because you felt like it.
FAQsCan I make this treat days before serving?
You bet! It stays good in the fridge for a whole week.
My fudge gets messy when I cut it. Any tricks?
Run your knife under hot water before each slice.
Can I swap out the peanuts?
Sure thing! Cashews or almonds work great too.
What's the best way to keep it fresh?
Just stick it in a sealed container in your fridge.
