My Beer Nuts
Crunchy, sweet, and irresistibly moreish, "My Beer Nuts" are the ultimate snack for any gathering or cozy night in. This quick and easy recipe combines raw peanuts with a caramelized coating of sugar, a hint of salt, and optional cinnamon for a touch of warming spice. These homemade beer nuts are oven-toasted to perfection, delivering a satisfying crunch with every bite. Perfectly paired with your favorite cold beverage, they’re a crowd-pleasing snack that’s ready in just 30 minutes. Plus, with simple pantry staples and a foolproof cooking method, this recipe is a must-try for nut lovers everywhere. Make a batch today and watch them disappear faster than you can say "snack time"!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups raw peanuts (or your preferred nut)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup water
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a non-stick silicone baking mat.
In a medium nonstick skillet or saucepan, combine the sugar, water, salt, and cinnamon, if using, over medium heat. Stir until the sugar has dissolved completely.
Add the raw peanuts to the skillet and stir to coat them evenly with the sugar mixture.
Cook the mixture over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the liquid reduces and starts to crystallize around the peanuts (about 8-10 minutes). Once the sugar crystallizes, continue stirring until the peanuts are completely coated and the sugar begins to caramelize slightly (another 2-3 minutes). Be careful not to burn the sugar.
Transfer the coated peanuts to the prepared baking sheet and spread them out into a single layer. Use a wooden spoon or spatula to separate any clumps.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, stirring halfway through to ensure even toasting.
Remove the peanuts from the oven and let them cool completely on the baking sheet. The nuts will harden as they cool.
Once cooled, break apart any remaining clumps and store the beer nuts in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.
Serve and enjoy with your favorite cold beverage!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
341 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 20.9 g | 27% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.0 g | 15% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 252 mg | 11% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 32.0 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.6 g | 13% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.6 g | ||
| Protein | 10.9 g | 22% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 42 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 2.0 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 300 mg | 6% | |
*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.
