Vanilla or Maple Peanut Mounds

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The beloved Bun candy bar was created in our hometown of Fort Wayne, Indiana, in 1923. This is our take on the classic treat that is perfect for holidays treat making.
chocolates filled with vanilla cream center and peanuts

Chocolate Peanut Mounds

Make sure to check our other classic candy bar recipes.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb Cocoa Lite Chocolate Wafers
  • 1/2 cup Salted Peanuts
  • 1 lb Dry Fondant Mix
  • 2 Tablespoon Heavy Cream
  • 6 Tablespoons Butter
  • 1 tsp Maple or Vanilla Extract

Instructions

Prepare a baking sheet with a piece of parchment paper.
Prepare the dry fondant mix. Bring the heavy cream and butter to a boil. Take off heat.
Add maple or vanilla extract to the mixture.
Stir in the dry fondant mix. Knead until smooth.
Form 3/4 inch balls and slightly flatten.
Melt cocoa lite chocolate wafers.
Dip candy centers into chocolate and place onto parchment paper.
Mix peanuts with the remaining chocolate.
Spoon peanut and chocolate mixture on top of dipped fondant mounds.
Allow to set completely

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