Milk Duds® Munchies Recipe

Name: Milk Duds® Munchies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups white sugar, divided; 1 1/2 cups shortening; 1 1/2 cups peanut butter; 1 1/2 cups packed brown sugar; 4 eggs; 3 3/4 cups all-purpose flour; 2 teaspoons baking soda; 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 10 ounces chocolate-covered caramel candies (such as Milk Duds(R))

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2
Combine 1 1/2 cup white sugar, shortening, peanut butter, and brown sugar in a large bowl; beat with an electric mixer until creamy. Beat in eggs one at a time.
3
Mix flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt together in a bowl. Stir gradually into the creamed shortening mixture until dough is combined. Chill dough until firm, about 2 hours.
4
Pour remaining white sugar into a shallow bowl.
5
Scoop up a portion of dough with a tablespoon. Press a chocolate-covered caramel into the center; cover up with dough and roll into a ball. Roll dough balls in sugar. Arrange on ungreased baking sheets.
6
Bake in the preheated oven until edges are firm and lightly golden, 9 to 12 minutes. Cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

2171

kcal

Calories

Fat

329

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups white sugar, divided, 1 1/2 cups shortening, 1 1/2 cups peanut butter, 1 1/2 cups packed brown sugar, and more.

Yes, Milk Duds® Munchies falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Milk Duds® Munchies

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