Best 6 Ohenry Candy Bars Recipes

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Indulge in the delectable taste of OHenry candy bars, a classic American treat that has captivated taste buds for generations. These chocolate-covered, chewy caramel and peanut-filled bars are a symphony of flavors and textures, promising an irresistible experience with every bite. This article presents a collection of OHenry candy bar recipes that cater to various tastes and dietary preferences. From the traditional OHenry candy bar recipe to gluten-free, vegan, and even copycat versions, these recipes offer a delightful journey into the world of this iconic candy bar. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, these recipes provide easy-to-follow instructions and helpful tips to guide you in creating your own OHenry candy bars at home. So, gather your ingredients, put on your apron, and prepare to embark on a culinary adventure that will leave you and your loved ones craving for more.

Let's cook with our recipes!

O'HENRY CANDY BARS



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Make and share this O'Henry Candy Bars recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Aroostook

Categories     Candy

Time 20m

Yield 24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup corn syrup
1 cup peanut butter
1 cup brown sugar
2 cups cereal flakes, of choice
2 cups Rice Krispies
1/2 cup peanuts
6 ounces chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Over low heat, melt first 3 ingredients in a sauce pan until blended.
  • Remove from heat and add cereals and peanuts.
  • Roll into logs.
  • Melt chocolate bits and cover logs.
  • Refrigerate.

O'HENRY BARS



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Remember these candy bars??? This is a copy/clone of the bar from the good ole days. Enjoy and remember!!!;-))

Provided by CoffeeB

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 15m

Yield 9 bars

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup sugar
1 cup light corn syrup
2 cups crunchy peanut butter
6 cups corn flakes
1 (12 ounce) package chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Mix Sugar and corn syrup together in a large pan on stove and bring to a boil.
  • Remove from heat and add peanut butter.
  • Pour cornflakes into a large bowl.
  • Pour hot mixture over top and mix well.
  • Press into a greased 8x8 pan.
  • Melt chocolate chips in microwave.
  • Spread over cornflake mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 779.8, Fat 40.2, SaturatedFat 11.4, Sodium 441.5, Carbohydrate 104.1, Fiber 7.3, Sugar 59.7, Protein 16.6

O'HENRY BARS



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Make and share this O'henry Bars recipe from Food.com.

Provided by aimflags

Categories     Dessert

Time 15m

Yield 24-36 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

6 cups Special K cereal
6 ounces semisweet chocolate morsels
6 ounces butterscotch chips
1 cup sugar
1 cup light Karo syrup
1 1/3 cups creamy peanut butter

Steps:

  • Spray glass pan with baking spray.
  • Pour the special k into a large bowl.
  • melt morsels together.
  • In medium saucepan combine sugar and karo. Mix well.
  • Once throughly mixed, remove from heat and add peanut butter. Stir until mixture reaches a butterscotch like consistency
  • Pour mixture over special k, mix well.
  • Empty Special K mixture into greased pan.
  • Pour melted morsels over cereal mixture.
  • chill for two hours then serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 260.8, Fat 11.3, SaturatedFat 4.3, Cholesterol 0.2, Sodium 137, Carbohydrate 37, Fiber 1.5, Sugar 23, Protein 5.8

O'HENRY BARS



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These are quick and easy bars that taste somewhat like an O'Henry Chocolate Bar. My Granddaughters love them. Enjoy!

Provided by Bonnie Young

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 32m

Yield 60 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 cups quick-cooking oatmeal
1 cup butter
1 cup brown sugar, firmly packed
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 cup chocolate chips
1 cup peanut butter

Steps:

  • Mix oatmeal, butter and sugars together and pat into a 10 X 15 (or you can use two 9 X 12 pans if necessary) jelly-roll pan.
  • Bake@ 350° for 12 minutes.
  • Melt chocolate chips and peanut butter together, using the microwave or stovetop.
  • Frost hot bars.
  • Cut into bars before completely cooled.

O HENRY BARS



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These candy bars are creamy and crunchy at the same time. This recipe is in Book III of Kitchen Chatter on page 64.

Provided by Pat Duran

Categories     Other Snacks

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 7

2/3 c margarine or butter , room temperature
1 c brown sugar, firmly packed
1/2 c corn syrup, light (karo brand is best)
1 Tbsp vanilla
4 c quick-cooking oatmeal
3/4 c chocolate chips, mini
2/3 c creamy or nutty peanut butter

Steps:

  • 1. Heat oven to 350^. Cream margarine and brown sugar. Add syrup, vanilla and oatmeal. Beat until mixture is well blended. Spread in 9x13-inch ungreased baking pan. Bake for 15 minutes- NO LONGER! Let cool.
  • 2. Melt chips and peanut butter together in microwave at 30 seconds intervals, stir until smooth and creamy. Spread over cooled mixture. If desisred sprinkle 1/2 cup chopped peanuts on top. Let set up at least one day before serving. Delicious!!

TRIPLE TREATS (COPYCAT OH HENRY BARS)



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This is my Mother in law's recipe for mock oh Henry Bars. It was a recipe that she submitted for our church's fundraising cookbook.

Provided by Pamela

Categories     Candy

Time 1h10m

Yield 36 small pieces

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups milk chocolate chips
2 tablespoons shortening
30 vanilla caramels, unwrapped
3 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons water
1 cup chopped peanuts

Steps:

  • In a double boiler, melt chocolate and shortening.
  • Stir until smooth.
  • Remove from heat.
  • Pour 1/2 into a foil lined 8 inch square pan.
  • Refrigerate until firm.
  • Combine caramels, water and butter.
  • Place mixture on low heat until smooth.
  • Stir in nuts.
  • Pour into chocolate lined pan.
  • Spread evenly and top with remaining melted chocolate.
  • Refrigerate until firm, about 1 hour.
  • Cut into bite sized pieces.

Tips:

  • Prepare your ingredients and equipment in advance: Make sure you have all the necessary ingredients and equipment before you start cooking. This will help you stay organized and avoid any interruptions during the process.
  • Use high-quality chocolate: The quality of the chocolate you use will greatly impact the taste of your candy bars. Opt for high-quality chocolate with a cocoa content of at least 60%.
  • Temper your chocolate properly: Tempering chocolate is a crucial step that helps stabilize the chocolate and gives it a smooth, glossy finish. Follow the instructions in the recipe carefully to ensure proper tempering.
  • Work quickly and efficiently: Chocolate sets quickly, so it's important to work quickly and efficiently when assembling the candy bars. Have all your ingredients and equipment ready before you start, and work in a cool, dry environment.
  • Be creative with your toppings: The toppings are what make OHenry candy bars so unique and delicious. Feel free to experiment with different toppings such as nuts, dried fruits, seeds, and sprinkles to create your own custom candy bars.

Conclusion:

Making OHenry candy bars at home is a fun and rewarding experience. With a little time and effort, you can create delicious and professional-looking candy bars that are perfect for gifts, parties, or simply enjoying yourself. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's get started on creating some irresistible OHenry candy bars!

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