Peanut Pattie
Indulge in the nostalgia of homemade sweetness with these vibrant Peanut Patties—an irresistible blend of crunchy peanuts encased in a rich, buttery candy shell. Infused with hints of vanilla and a pop of playful red food coloring, these nostalgic Southern-style treats are as visually delightful as they are delicious. Perfectly balanced with a touch of salt, the mixture is cooked to the ideal soft-crack stage, creating a crisp yet tender texture. With just a handful of pantry staples and a candy thermometer, you can whip up these candy shop favorites in under 30 minutes. Serve them as a fun snack, holiday gift, or crowd-pleasing party treat, and watch them vanish in no time!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Raw peanuts
- 2 cups Granulated sugar
- 0.5 cups Light corn syrup
- 0.25 cups Water
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 5 drops Red food coloring
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
Instructions
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat, and lightly grease it. Set aside.
In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine the granulated sugar, light corn syrup, and water. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar dissolves completely.
Stir in the raw peanuts and continue cooking the mixture over medium heat. Stir frequently to ensure the peanuts are evenly coated as the sugar syrup begins to thicken.
Attach a candy thermometer to the side of the saucepan and cook the mixture, stirring occasionally, until it reaches 290°F (soft crack stage).
Remove the saucepan from the heat and quickly stir in the butter, vanilla extract, salt, and red food coloring until fully combined.
Working quickly, drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, spreading each one slightly to form patties. Be cautious, as the mixture will be very hot.
Allow the peanut patties to cool completely at room temperature. They will harden as they cool.
Once cooled and set, remove the patties from the parchment paper. Store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3847 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 177.2 g | 227% | |
| Saturated Fat | 33.5 g | 168% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 62 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 669 mg | 29% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 539.5 g | 196% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 26.4 g | 94% | |
| Total Sugars | 504.0 g | ||
| Protein | 80.5 g | 161% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 296 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 14.2 mg | 79% | |
| Potassium | 2208 mg | 47% | |
*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.
