Red Peanut Pattie Candy
Sweet, nostalgic, and delightfully vibrant, Red Peanut Pattie Candy is a classic treat that’s as eye-catching as it is delicious. This old-fashioned candy combines the rich flavors of roasted peanuts with a creamy, buttery caramel base, all tinted a cheerful red with a touch of food coloring. Boiled to soft ball stage perfection, these patties boast a satisfying texture that’s both chewy and nutty, making them a favorite for candy lovers of all ages. With just a handful of simple ingredients like granulated sugar, evaporated milk, and vanilla extract, this candy recipe comes together in under an hour and is perfect for holidays, special occasions, or as a homemade gift. Whether you're reviving a piece of family tradition or discovering it for the first time, these vibrant red peanut patties are sure to sweeten your day!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Granulated sugar
- 0.5 cups Light corn syrup
- 0.5 cups Evaporated milk
- 2 tbsp Unsalted butter
- 2 cups Raw or roasted peanuts
- 1 tsp Red food coloring
- 1 tsp Vanilla extract
Instructions
Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper or a silicone mat. Set aside.
In a medium-sized heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine the granulated sugar, light corn syrup, evaporated milk, and unsalted butter.
Stir the mixture over medium heat until the sugar dissolves and the butter melts completely.
Increase the heat to medium-high and bring the mixture to a boil, stirring frequently.
Attach a candy thermometer to the saucepan and cook the mixture until it reaches 240°F (soft ball stage). Stir constantly to prevent scorching.
Once the mixture reaches 240°F, remove the saucepan from the heat.
Quickly stir in the red food coloring, vanilla extract, and roasted peanuts, ensuring the candy coating completely covers the peanuts.
Working quickly, drop spoonfuls of the candy mixture onto the prepared baking sheet to form patties, shaping them as needed before they harden.
Allow the patties to cool and harden completely at room temperature (about 1 hour).
Once set, peel the patties off the parchment paper and store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3863 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 171.3 g | 220% | |
| Saturated Fat | 32.9 g | 164% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 67 mg | 22% | |
| Sodium | 220 mg | 10% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 551.3 g | 200% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.4 g | 91% | |
| Total Sugars | 517.3 g | ||
| Protein | 86.8 g | 174% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.5 mcg | 13% | |
| Calcium | 646 mg | 50% | |
| Iron | 14.0 mg | 78% | |
| Potassium | 2530 mg | 54% | |
*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.
