Chinese Peanut Clusters
Satisfy your sweet and savory cravings with these delectable Chinese Peanut Clusters, an irresistibly crunchy treat that blends rich Asian-inspired flavors with a touch of sweetness. Roasted peanuts are coated in a caramelized soy sauce glaze infused with toasted sesame oil, ground ginger, and cinnamon for a hint of warm spice. A sprinkling of sesame seeds and a glossy finish from melted butter make these bite-sized clusters both visually stunning and incredibly satisfying. Perfect for snacking, gifting, or as an elegant addition to your dessert table, these easy-to-make clusters come together in just 25 minutes and deliver big on taste and texture.
Log this recipe in SnapCalorie
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Unsalted roasted peanuts
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup Water
- 2 teaspoons Soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground ginger
- 1 tablespoon Toasted sesame seeds
- 1 tablespoon Butter
Instructions
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat and set aside.
In a medium saucepan, combine granulated sugar and water over medium heat. Stir gently until the sugar dissolves completely.
Once the sugar has dissolved, stop stirring and bring the mixture to a gentle boil. Allow it to simmer for about 5 minutes or until the syrup thickens slightly. Watch carefully to avoid burning.
Stir in the soy sauce, sesame oil, ground cinnamon, and ground ginger. Mix until well combined.
Add the unsalted roasted peanuts to the saucepan and stir to coat them evenly in the sugar mixture. Lower the heat slightly and cook for 7-8 minutes, stirring continuously, until the mixture clings to the peanuts and forms a thick coating.
Add the butter and toasted sesame seeds to the saucepan. Stir until the butter melts and integrates with the mixture, giving the peanuts a glossy finish.
Quickly transfer the coated peanuts onto the prepared baking sheet. Use a spoon to form small clusters or spread them into a single layer if preferred.
Allow the peanut clusters to cool completely at room temperature, about 30 minutes, until they harden.
Once cooled, break any large pieces apart as needed. Store the clusters in an airtight container for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2366 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 141.0 g | 181% | |
| Saturated Fat | 24.8 g | 124% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 33 mg | 11% | |
| Sodium | 488 mg | 21% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 251.0 g | 91% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.3 g | 62% | |
| Total Sugars | 208.2 g | ||
| Protein | 58.4 g | 117% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 295 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 9.2 mg | 51% | |
| Potassium | 1680 mg | 36% | |
*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.
