Sugared Peanuts
Transform simple ingredients into a sweet and crunchy treat with this easy recipe for Sugared Peanuts! Featuring raw peanuts coated in a caramelized sugar glaze, this 20-minute delight is made with just three pantry staples—peanuts, granulated sugar, and water—with an optional touch of salt for that irresistible sweet-salty combo. By using a straightforward stovetop method, the sugar first crystallizes, then melts into a glossy coating, giving the peanuts their irresistible crunch and shine. Perfect for snacking, gift-giving, or topping desserts, these homemade sugared peanuts are a crowd-pleaser that’s both budget-friendly and addictive. Store them in an airtight container to enjoy their delightful texture and flavor all week long!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Raw peanuts
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 0.3333 cup Water
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt (optional)
Instructions
In a medium-sized, heavy-bottomed skillet or saucepan, combine the raw peanuts, granulated sugar, and water.
Place the pan over medium heat and stir the mixture continuously with a wooden spoon or silicone spatula until the sugar dissolves completely and coats the peanuts.
Continue to cook and stir. After a few minutes, the mixture will begin to boil and thicken as the water evaporates.
As the liquid reduces further, the sugar will crystallize and form a grainy coating around the peanuts. Keep stirring to ensure the peanuts are evenly coated.
Once the sugar recrystallizes, reduce the heat slightly and continue stirring. Gradually, the sugar will melt again, forming a shiny, caramelized glaze on the peanuts.
When the peanuts are golden and evenly glazed (approximately 12-15 minutes in total cook time), remove the pan from the heat.
Transfer the sugared peanuts onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, spreading them out with a fork or spoon to prevent clumping. Sprinkle with optional salt if desired, for a sweet and salty flavor.
Allow the peanuts to cool completely before serving. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
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 | 58 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 | 291 mg | 22% | |
| 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.
