<body><div>These Snickers Bars taste just like your favorite candy bar (but even better!) Filled with delicious chocolate, creamy caramel, and crunchy peanut flavors!<h2>HOMEMADE CANDY BAR RECIPE</h2>If you like a good chocolate and caramel candy bar with a nice pop of crunchy peanuts, you’re going to fall head over heels for these Snickers Bars! No need to pay for them at the store when you can make them at home for a fraction of the price. These homemade candy bars have the perfect texture and the best flavor and are so simple that they only require 40 minutes of prep work before chilling to firm up.<figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=08qMyh_0uYRpLdE00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=08qMyh_0uYRpLdE00" width="1198" height="1800" ></figure><h2>FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS: </h2>Is it hard to make DIY homemade Snickers? Don’t let the process of making a layered treat like these Snickers Bars stop you from making the best ever homemade dessert you’ve ever had! It may seem like a bit of work with the layers, but it’s not as hard as it may seem and it is totally worth it in the end! How long does it take to melt everything on the stovetop? It may take up to 3-5 minutes to melt the chocolate and peanut butter mixtures, and up to 10 minutes to melt the caramel, as we need to heat them on low to avoid burning.Can I just use the microwave to melt ingredients? You can certainly use the microwave and microwave safe dishes anywhere it says to melt on the stove. Just be careful not to burn anything, using 15 to 30 second increments, stirring each time, will help prevent burning.Help! Why aren’t my homemade Snickers Bars firming up? One reason the bars may not be firming up is if the ingredients were not heated correctly, be sure to melt all of the ingredients until completely melted before adding as a layer, and be sure not to burn anything. The best way to ensure everything melts properly, without burning is by melting everything on the stove and stirring constantly over low or low to medium heat.Any tips for cutting these candy bars? Cutting these bars can be messy. I have two tricks I like to try, one is spraying the knife blade with non stick spray before cutting the bars. I also make sure to wipe the blade in between each cut. Or, if that isn’t working as well as I’d like it to, I like to run the blade under hot water before cutting, and again, wipe the blade clean before making the next slice. Can I double this recipe? Sure, if you want to make more bars, you can double the recipe. I would suggest using two 8×8 pans or increasing to a larger pan if you don’t have two to work with. Using a larger pan may change the thickness of the bars though. How do I store leftover homemade DIY Snickers Bars? Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1-2 weeks, or freezer. They may melt at room temperature. Let thaw before enjoying if necessary or if freezing.<figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=1xnYN7_0uYRpLdE00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=1xnYN7_0uYRpLdE00" width="1198" height="1800" ></figure><h2>INGREDIENTS NEEDED: (SEE RECIPE CARD BELOW FOR THE FULL RECIPE)</h2><ul><li>semi sweet chocolate chips– you could use milk or dark chocolate but I think the semi sweet was perfect for these – not too sweet and not too bitter. </li><li>sweetened condensed milk– be sure to grab this and not a can of evaporated milk since they look similar. If you accidentally get evaporated milk these will not turn out.</li><li>creamy peanut butter– I suppose you could use crunchy peanut butter but I would not use natural peanut butter since it doesn’t firm up very well with this recipe.</li><li>marshmallow creme– You can use storebought or make your own marshmallow creme.</li><li>salted peanuts– I prefer to use salted peanuts because I like a bit of that sweet and salty flavor combination. But, if you would like to use unsalted peanuts, you absolutely can.</li><li>caramels– I used the wrapped bag of caramels, like the Werther’s Caramels (see ingredient image below), but any brand will work. You can even use the bag of caramel bits. </li><li>heavy cream – it has to be heavy cream. Please do not substitute with milk. </li></ul><figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=1K6pzW_0uYRpLdE00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=1K6pzW_0uYRpLdE00" width="1198" height="1800" ></figure><h2>HOW TO MAKE SNICKERS BARS</h2>Line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper. Melt ¾ cup of the semi sweet chocolate chips with about ½ cup of the sweetened condensed milk on low to medium heat, then pour the mixture into the bottom of the baking dish. Set in the fridge while making the next layer.<figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=2bHuXa_0uYRpLdE00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=2bHuXa_0uYRpLdE00" width="1200" height="900" ></figure>Make the next layer by melting the peanut butter with ½ cup of the sweetened condensed milk on low heat, it doesn’t need to completely melt, just enough to mix together, then remove from the heat and stir in all of the marshmallow creme. Add this layer on top of the first, if the first layer is firm enough so that it won’t move when pouring the second layer on top. <figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=0ueHmK_0uYRpLdE00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=0ueHmK_0uYRpLdE00" width="1200" height="900" ></figure>Sprinkle 1 cup of the peanuts on top and then let sit in the fridge while making the next layer. Make the next layer by melting the caramels in a small saucepan with the heavy cream on low heat stirring constantly. Once melted and combined, pour on top in the dish. Let sit in the fridge while you make the last layer.<figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=3YTN2Z_0uYRpLdE00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=3YTN2Z_0uYRpLdE00" width="1200" height="900" ></figure>Make the last layer by melting the rest of the chocolate chips and ½ cup sweetened condensed milk together on low to medium heat, and then pour over the top of the dessert. Chop and sprinkle the rest of the peanuts on top.<figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=2XFUq6_0uYRpLdE00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=2XFUq6_0uYRpLdE00" width="1200" height="900" ></figure>Let cool to room temperature, and then set in the fridge for at least 1 hour before slicing and enjoying!<figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=2I9cFH_0uYRpLdE00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=2I9cFH_0uYRpLdE00" width="1153" height="1712" ></figure><h2>CRAVING MORE RECIPES? </h2><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=2mj8fm_0uYRpLdE00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=2mj8fm_0uYRpLdE00" width="1137" height="1137" ><h2>Snickers Bars</h2>Prep Time: 40 minutes minutesChill Time: 1 hour hourTotal Time: 1 hour hour 40 minutes minutesServings: 16 servingsAuthor: Brandie @ The Country Cook<h2>Ingredients</h2><ul><li>1 ½ cups semi sweet chocolate chips (divided use)</li><li>14 ounces can sweetened condensed milk (divided use)</li><li>1 cup creamy peanut butter</li><li>7 ounce tub marshmallow creme</li><li>1 ¼ cups salted peanuts (divided use)</li><li>10 ounces caramels</li><li>3 Tablespoons heavy cream</li></ul><h2>Instructions</h2>Line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper.Melt ¾ cup semi sweet chocolate chips with ½ cup sweetened condensed milk on low to medium heat, then pour the mixture into the bottom of the baking dish. Set in the fridge while making the next layer.<figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=1WGrDE_0uYRpLdE00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=1WGrDE_0uYRpLdE00" width="1198" height="1800" ></figure>Make the next layer by melting 1 cup creamy peanut butter with ½ cup of sweetened condensed milk on low heat, it doesn’t need to completely melt, just enough to mix together, then remove from the heat and stir in 7 ounce tub marshmallow creme.<figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=1WKkhF_0uYRpLdE00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=1WKkhF_0uYRpLdE00" width="1198" height="1800" ></figure>Add this layer on top of the first, if the first layer is firm enough so that it won’t move when pouring the second layer on top.<figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=0APVuy_0uYRpLdE00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=0APVuy_0uYRpLdE00" width="1198" height="1800" ></figure>Sprinkle 1 cup of peanuts on top and then let sit in the fridge while making the next layer.<figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=2SpHPH_0uYRpLdE00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=2SpHPH_0uYRpLdE00" width="1198" height="1800" ></figure>Make the next layer by melting 10 ounces caramels in a small saucepan with 3 Tablespoons heavy cream on low heat stirring constantly. Once melted and combined, pour on top in the dish. Let sit in the fridge while you make the last layer.<figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=1dD3RU_0uYRpLdE00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=1dD3RU_0uYRpLdE00" width="1198" height="1800" ></figure>Make the last layer by melting the remaining 1/4 cup chocolate chips and ½ cup sweetened condensed milk together on low to medium heat, and then pour over the top of the dessert.<figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=3adNCv_0uYRpLdE00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=3adNCv_0uYRpLdE00" width="1198" height="1800" ></figure>Chop and sprinkle the remaining 1/4 cup salted peanuts on top, let cool to room temperature, and then set in the fridge for at least 1 hour before slicing and enjoying!<figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=4Lgbqx_0uYRpLdE00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=4Lgbqx_0uYRpLdE00" width="1198" height="1800" ></figure><h2>Notes</h2><ul><li>Please refer to my FAQ’s (Frequently Asked Questions) and ingredient list above for other substitutions or for the answers to the most common questions.</li></ul>Course: Dessert, SnackCuisine: American<h2>Nutrition</h2>Calories: 451kcal | Carbohydrates: 52g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 25g | Sodium: 149mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 41g<h2>Nutritional Disclaimer</h2>“The Country Cook” is not a dietician or nutritionist, and any nutritional information shared is an estimate. 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These Snickers Bars taste just like your favorite candy bar (but even better!) Filled with delicious chocolate, creamy caramel, and crunchy peanut flavors!. If you like a good chocolate and caramel candy bar with a nice pop of crunchy peanuts, you’re going to fall head over heels for these Snickers Bars! No need to pay for them at the store when you can make them at home for a fraction of the price. These homemade candy bars have the perfect texture and the best flavor and are so simple that they only require 40 minutes of prep work before chilling to firm up.