Butterscotch Peanut Candy

Submitted by The Daycare Lady

"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 From The Best Of Country Cooking 2001"

 

• Ready In: 15mins
• Ingredients: 4
• Yields: 2 1/4 pounds
• Serves: 21

ingredients

• 1 (11 1/2 ounce) package milk chocolate chips
• 1 (10 ounce) package butterscotch chips
• 1 teaspoon butter flavor shortening
• 3 cups salted peanuts

directions

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