Caramelized Peanuts Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
• STEP 2.In a saucepan, combine sugar, water, and salt. Cook over medium heat until the sugar has dissolved and the mixture starts to bubble.
• STEP 3.Add the peanuts to the saucepan and stir to coat them evenly with the caramel syrup.
• STEP 4.Transfer the coated peanuts to the prepared baking sheet and spread them out in a single layer.
• STEP 5.Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, stirring once or twice, until the peanuts are golden brown and crispy.
• STEP 6.Remove from the oven and let cool completely before serving or storing.

Cooking Tips

• Make sure to stir the peanuts frequently while they are baking to prevent them from sticking together.
• You can customize the flavor of the caramelized peanuts by adding spices such as cinnamon or cayenne pepper.
• Store the caramelized peanuts in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.

Storage and Serving

• Caramelized peanuts can be served as a snack on their own or used as a topping for desserts.
• They are delicious sprinkled over ice cream, yogurt, or oatmeal.
• You can also use them in baking by adding them to cookies, brownies, or cakes.