BUTTERSCOTCH PEANUT CANDY

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This easy-to-make candy is always a hit during the holidays. The sweet and salty combination is so irresistible, no one can ever eat just one piece.-Callie Gregg, St. Lawrence, South Dakota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 10m

Yield 2-1/4 pounds (3-1/2 to 4 dozen).

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 package (11-1/2 ounces) milk chocolate chips
1 package (10 ounces) butterscotch chips
1 teaspoon butter-flavored shortening
3 cups salted peanuts

Steps:

  • In a microwave, heat chips and shortening, uncovered, at 50% power for 2 to 2-1/2 minutes or until melted. Stir until smooth. Add peanuts. Drop by tablespoonfuls onto waxed paper-lined baking sheets. Refrigerate until firm, about 45 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 240 calories, Fat 17g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 98mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

Sahil Tamang
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These candies are so easy to make and they're always a hit with my friends and family.


Tega Ogodo
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I'm not a huge fan of butterscotch, but I really liked these candies. The peanuts add a nice crunch and the butterscotch flavor is not overpowering.


Markus Mcelmurry
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These candies are the perfect sweet treat. They're not too sweet and they have a great crunch.


Graham Hill
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Overall, I really enjoyed these candies. They were easy to make and tasted great. I would definitely recommend them to others.


Mirror Image Consulting_LLC
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Not bad, but I've had better.


Ahmed Jowel
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These candies are delicious! I love the combination of butterscotch and peanuts. I will definitely be making them again.


Sam Getchell
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These candies are a bit too hard for my taste, but my kids love them. They're also very easy to make, so I'll probably make them again for them.


Alvin Timothy
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's so easy to follow and the candies turn out great!


Abdulla Shaairu
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Wow, these candies are amazing! They're so easy to make and they taste so good. I will definitely be making them again.


Matshidiso Hunady
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Not a huge fan of these candies. They're a bit too sweet for my taste.


M Riaz Muhammad riaz
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These candies are delicious! The combination of butterscotch and peanuts is perfect. I will definitely be making them again.


Sonu Sonu
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I made these candies for a party and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them. I will definitely be making them again.


SUMER SINGH RATHORE
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These candies were a disaster! I followed the recipe exactly, but they turned out hard and crumbly.


Sthembile Mahlangu
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These candies are a bit too sweet for my taste, but my kids love them. They're also very easy to make, so I'll probably make them again for them.


Tinka Amon
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Loved the subtle sweetness and the crunch from the peanuts!!


Somtochukwu Sandra
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These candies are so easy to make and they taste amazing! I will definitely be making them again.


Captain_olie
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I've made these candies a few times and they're always a hit! They're so easy to make and they taste delicious. I love the combination of butterscotch and peanuts.