Food scientist Richard Hartel (writing for The Conversation) explains the science of making nougat, caramel, and chocolate for this top-selling candy bar:

Let’s look at the elements of a Snickers bar as an example of candy science. As with almost everything, once you get into it, each component is more complex than you might think.

See also: The process of making Snickers in this Unwrapped segment.

Nougat, caramel, chocolate, and peanuts: a delicious confectionery combination—which I much prefer in a Baby Ruth.