Peanut Puff Crunch
Get ready to indulge in the perfect balance of nutty crunch and caramel sweetness with "Peanut Puff Crunch," a quick and irresistible homemade snack! Combining airy puffed rice and roasted peanuts with a luscious caramel glaze made from sugar, honey, and butter, this recipe delivers crispy, golden clusters that are bursting with flavor and texture. A hint of vanilla adds warmth, while a touch of salt brings out the nutty richness. Ready in just 25 minutes, this no-bake treat is perfect for sharing at parties, packing in lunchboxes, or satisfying mid-day cravings. Plus, it’s easy to make ahead and stores beautifully for up to a week! Whether you’re hosting or snacking solo, Peanut Puff Crunch will become your go-to crunchy caramel delight.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Puffed rice
- 1 cup Unsalted peanuts
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
Instructions
Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper and set it aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the puffed rice and peanuts. Lightly toss to mix evenly.
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the granulated sugar, honey, butter, and salt.
Stir the mixture continuously until the sugar dissolves and the mixture begins to bubble. Allow it to boil gently for 2–3 minutes, but do not overheat or let it turn too dark.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and quickly stir in the vanilla extract.
Immediately pour the hot caramel mixture over the puffed rice and peanut mixture in the bowl. Use a spatula to carefully and quickly coat the dry ingredients evenly before the caramel hardens.
Transfer the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet and spread it out evenly. Use the back of a spatula to press down gently, creating a compact layer.
Allow the mixture to cool completely at room temperature, about 30 minutes. Once cooled, break it into crunchy bite-sized pieces.
Store the Peanut Puff Crunch in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2228 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 101.2 g | 130% | |
| Saturated Fat | 24.0 g | 120% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 66 mg | 22% | |
| Sodium | 1357 mg | 59% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 309.9 g | 113% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.1 g | 50% | |
| Total Sugars | 242.3 g | ||
| Protein | 45.2 g | 90% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 107 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 5.2 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 1253 mg | 27% | |
*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.
