Thin Crispy Peanut Wafers
Indulge in the irresistible crunch of these Thin Crispy Peanut Wafers, a delightful treat perfect for peanut lovers. Featuring roasted peanuts that are folded into a buttery, caramel-like batter made with melted butter, light brown sugar, and vanilla extract, these cookies bake up into ultra-thin, golden wafers with a delicate crispness. The simple preparation, which takes just 20 minutes of prep time, ensures you’ll have fresh, homemade cookies cooling on a rack in no time. With their sweet yet nutty flavor and tantalizing texture, these wafers are ideal for snacking, pairing with coffee, or serving as a sophisticated treat alongside ice cream. Plus, their ability to stay crispy for up to a week in an airtight container makes them a convenient option for gifting or keeping on hand for any occasion. Master the art of crispy cookies with this easy yet elegant recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 113 grams Unsalted butter
- 150 grams Light brown sugar
- 50 grams Granulated sugar
- 1 large Egg
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 95 grams All-purpose flour
- 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 100 grams Chopped roasted peanuts
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Once melted, remove from heat and allow it to cool for 5 minutes.
Stir the light brown sugar and granulated sugar into the cooled butter until smooth.
Add the egg and vanilla extract to the mixture and whisk until fully combined.
In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually stir the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until a smooth batter forms.
Fold in the chopped roasted peanuts until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
Drop small spoonfuls of batter (around 1 teaspoon each) onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving at least 5 cm (2 inches) between each to allow for spreading.
Bake each tray for 7–9 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are set. Be cautious not to overbake, as the wafers will crisp up further as they cool.
Remove the baking sheets from the oven and let the wafers cool on the trays for 3–5 minutes. Carefully transfer them to wire racks to cool completely.
Once cooled, store the wafers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week. Enjoy with a glass of milk, coffee, or as an accompaniment to dessert.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
109 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 6.2 g | 8% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.8 g | 14% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 18 mg | 6% | |
| Sodium | 52 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 12.4 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.4 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.6 g | ||
| Protein | 1.7 g | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 8 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.3 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 47 mg | 1% | |
*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.
