Welcome to Love With Recipes! If you’re on the hunt for a delightful treat that combines the classic flavors of your favorite candy bar with the comforting texture of a cookie, you’ve come to the right place. Introducing our fabulous Payday Cookies 🍪✨! These delightful morsels are not only incredibly easy to whip up but are also a fun baking project to enjoy with children. Let’s dive into this mouth-watering recipe that’s sure to become a family favorite.
Payday Cookies Recipe 🍪
Description
These Payday Cookies taste just like the beloved candy bar but with an extra touch of cookie goodness. They’re fun to make, especially with kids, and perfect for large gatherings or simply as a sweet treat to brighten your day.
Key Information
| Prep Time | Cook Time | Total Time |
|---|---|---|
| 5 minutes | 15 minutes | 20 minutes |
Categories
- Dessert
- Cookie & Brownie
- < 30 Mins
- For Large Groups
- Easy
- Inexpensive
Ingredients
- 1 egg 🥚
- 1 cup butter (divided into 1/2 cup and 1/4 cup portions) 🧈
- 3/4 cup miniature marshmallows 🍬
- 3 cups light corn syrup 🌽
- 2/3 cup vanilla extract 🍦
- 2 cups salted peanuts 🥜
- 12 oz peanut butter chips (1 standard bag) 🍫
- 2 cups Rice Krispies cereal 🌾
Nutritional Information (per serving)
- Calories: 293
- Fat: 16.6g
- Saturated Fat: 5.5g
- Cholesterol: 18.4mg
- Sodium: 307mg
- Carbohydrates: 31.6g
- Fiber: 1.8g
- Sugars: 16.7g
- Protein: 6.5g
Servings
- This recipe yields approximately 32 scrumptious cookies.
Instructions
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Preheat and Prepare:
- Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). This ensures the oven is perfectly heated by the time you’re ready to bake.
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Mix the Base:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 egg, 1/2 cup of butter, and your chosen cake mix (not listed in ingredients but assumed from context). Mix until the batter is smooth and well combined.
- Pour this batter into an ungreased 9×13-inch baking dish, spreading it evenly.
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Bake the Base:
- Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the center is set. Keep an eye on it to prevent overbaking!
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Add Marshmallows:
- Remove the dish from the oven. While it’s still hot, sprinkle 3/4 cup of miniature marshmallows evenly over the top. The residual heat will start to melt the marshmallows slightly, creating a gooey layer.
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Create the Topping:
- In a medium saucepan over low heat, combine the remaining 1/4 cup of butter, 3 cups of light corn syrup, 2/3 cup of vanilla extract, and 12 oz of peanut butter chips.
- Stir continuously until everything is melted and the mixture is smooth and well combined. This should take about 5 minutes.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in 2 cups of salted peanuts and 2 cups of Rice Krispies cereal. Mix until the peanuts and cereal are evenly coated with the melted mixture.
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Assemble the Cookies:
- Carefully pour the peanut-butter-chip mixture over the marshmallow-topped cake mix in the baking dish.
- Use a spatula to spread the mixture evenly, ensuring it covers the entire surface.
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Cool and Slice:
- Allow the assembled mixture to cool completely. This will let the topping set and make it easier to slice into individual cookies.
- Once cool, slice into 32 delicious pieces.
Tips for Success
- Mixing the Batter: Make sure your butter is at room temperature before mixing to ensure a smooth and even batter.
- Marshmallow Layer: If you prefer a more even melt, you can briefly return the dish to the oven after adding the marshmallows, just for a minute or two.
- Cooling: Patience is key! Allowing the mixture to cool fully ensures the cookies hold their shape when sliced.
Storage
- These Payday Cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. If you want to keep them longer, they can also be frozen. Just layer them with parchment paper in a container and freeze for up to a month.
Serving Suggestions
- Serve these cookies as a sweet treat after lunch, as part of a dessert spread at parties, or pack them in lunchboxes for a delightful midday snack. They pair wonderfully with a glass of cold milk or a cup of hot coffee ☕.
Happy baking! Enjoy the delightful combination of candy bar nostalgia and cookie comfort in every bite. If you loved this recipe, don’t forget to share it with your friends and family. 🥳🍪✨
