Mary Janes are an American staple sweet that is popular with kids and adults alike. The candy has a peanut butter center that is coated in molasses and then rolled in granulated sugar for a sweet crunch.
The seductive flavor comes from the balance of sweet and salty components. We’ll go over everything you need to know to make your own Mary Jane candies at home, from the ingredients to how to properly store them.
How To Make Mary Jane Candy?
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the peanut butter and molasses until well mixed.
Use a tablespoon or cookie scoop to form the mixture into small balls.
Place the granulated sugar in a shallow dish. Roll each ball of peanut butter mixture in the sugar until well coated.
Place the candy on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Let the candy sit at room temperature for at least an hour, or until the candy hardens.
Ingredients For Mary Jane Candy
- 1 cup of creamy peanut butter
- 1 cup of molasses
- 1 cup of granulated sugar
Serving Ideas
Bring some Mary Jane sweets to the next get-together or potluck! It’s perfect for a sweets table or candy bar. They are also fantastic presents when packaged in cellophane or aluminum foil.
How To Store Homemade Mary Jane Candy
The candies will keep for up to two weeks at room temperature if sealed tightly in an airtight container.
In addition, they will keep for up to a month in the fridge.
You can keep them in the freezer for up to six months if that’s how long you need to keep them.
FAQ
Can I roll the candy in different coatings?
Yes, you can roll the candy in different coatings such as chopped nuts, shredded coconut, or crushed cookies for a different flavor and texture.
Can I use different types of nut butter?
Yes, you can experiment with different types of nut butter such as almond butter or hazelnut butter.
s Mary Jane candy the same as Bit-O-Honey?
No, Mary Jane candy and Bit-O-Honey are two different types of candy. Mary Jane is a peanut butter-flavored taffy-like candy that is made by NECCO. Bit-O-Honey is a chewy candy that is made with honey and almond bits and it is made by Boyer Candy.
Is Mary Jane Candy still being made?
Mary Janes are now NECCO candies. Schutter-Johnson created Bit-O-Honey in Chicago in 1924. Bit-O-Honey, like Mary Jane, is chewy and honey-flavored.
Mary Jane Candy Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 cup of creamy peanut butter
- 1 cup of molasses
- 1 cup of granulated sugar
Instructions
- In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the peanut butter and molasses until well mixed.
- Use a tablespoon or cookie scoop to form the mixture into small balls.
- Place the granulated sugar in a shallow dish. Roll each ball of peanut butter mixture in the sugar until well coated.
- Place the cand cand on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Let the candy sit at room temperature for at least an hour, or until the candy hardens.
Mary Jane candies are a classic treat that may be produced at home with minimal effort.
Since it just requires a few basic ingredients, it’s a lot of fun to make with kids or as a weekend project with loved ones.
You can create your own version of this timeless treat by playing around with various flavorings and coatings.
