Southern Sugared Peanuts Paula Deen
Indulge in the sweet, Southern charm of Paula Deen's Southern Sugared Peanuts, a simple yet irresistible treat perfect for any occasion. This easy recipe features crunchy raw peanuts coated in a caramelized blend of granulated sugar and water, creating a delightful, sandy-sweet crust that crisps up to perfection in the oven. With just three pantry staples and 30 minutes of your time, you'll have a batch of these homemade candied peanuts ready to satisfy your snack cravings. Perfect for gifting, entertaining, or a quick indulgence, these sugared peanuts are a timeless Southern classic. Make sure to prepare extra, as they disappear fast!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups raw peanuts
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup water
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
In a medium saucepan, combine the raw peanuts, granulated sugar, and water.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir constantly until the sugar dissolves and the mixture begins to boil.
Continue cooking the mixture, stirring frequently, until the sugar crystallizes and coats the peanuts. This will take about 10-12 minutes. You'll notice the sugar mixture changing from a syrup to a dry, sandy coating around the peanuts.
Once the sugar has fully crystallized and the peanuts are evenly coated, remove the saucepan from the heat.
Spread the coated peanuts evenly onto the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they aren't clumped together.
Bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes. Stir once halfway through to evenly crisp the peanuts.
Remove from the oven and let the sugared peanuts cool completely on the baking sheet. The coating will harden as they cool.
Once cooled, transfer the peanuts to an airtight container for storage or serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2526 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 153.2 g | 196% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.5 g | 98% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 60 mg | 3% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 250.2 g | 91% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 26.4 g | 94% | |
| Total Sugars | 214.7 g | ||
| Protein | 80.3 g | 161% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 293 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 14.2 mg | 79% | |
| Potassium | 2193 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.
