Candied Peanuts
Satisfy your sweet tooth with this irresistible Candied Peanuts recipe — a crunchy, caramelized treat that’s perfect for snacking or gifting! Made with raw peanuts, granulated sugar, and a touch of cinnamon and vanilla extract, these sugared delights boast a delightful balance of sweet and salty flavors. With just 5 minutes of prep and only 20 minutes of cooking time, this quick and easy recipe transforms simple pantry ingredients into a gourmet snack that’s perfect for any occasion. The peanuts are coated in layers of crystallized and caramelized sugar, giving them a glistening golden finish and a satisfying crunch. Whether enjoyed on their own or as a topping for desserts and salads, these homemade candied peanuts are sure to become a staple in your kitchen.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams raw peanuts
- 150 grams granulated sugar
- 60 milliliters water
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
In a medium-sized saucepan, combine sugar, water, and salt. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally until the sugar dissolves completely.
Add the raw peanuts to the saucepan and stir to ensure they are fully coated with the sugar mixture.
Cook the peanuts over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sugar syrup thickens and begins to crystallize. This should take about 10-12 minutes.
Once the sugar has crystallized, continue stirring as the sugar coating begins to caramelize and turn a golden brown. Be cautious to prevent burning.
Remove the saucepan from heat, and quickly stir in the vanilla extract and ground cinnamon until well combined.
Pour the candied peanuts onto the prepared baking sheet and spread them out evenly to cool.
Allow the peanuts to cool completely, about 5-10 minutes. They will harden as they cool.
Once cooled, break apart any large clusters and store the candied peanuts in an airtight container for up to two weeks.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2004 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 123.1 g | 158% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.7 g | 78% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2407 mg | 105% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 191.9 g | 70% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.9 g | 78% | |
| Total Sugars | 162.4 g | ||
| Protein | 64.6 g | 129% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 247 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 11.6 mg | 64% | |
| Potassium | 1777 mg | 38% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
