Ohhh yes 😍 that’s homemade caramelized peanuts / peanut brittle (no thermometer needed) — crunchy, glossy, dangerously addictive. Let’s do it.
🍯 Crispy Caramelized Peanuts (Street-Style)
🛒 Ingredients
- 2 cups raw peanuts (skin on or off – your choice)
- 1 cup sugar
- ½ cup water
- 1 tsp butter (optional but adds shine & flavor)
- Pinch of salt (optional, but highly recommended)
🔥 Instructions
- Add everything to the pan
In a wide pan, add peanuts, sugar, and water. Stir well. - Cook on medium heat
Let it boil without stirring too much. The liquid will bubble and slowly thicken. - Watch the magic happen
The syrup will first look cloudy, then start to caramelize and turn golden.
Stir gently so peanuts coat evenly. - Deep golden = flavor
Once the caramel turns a rich amber color and looks glossy (like your photo), add butter and salt if using. Stir fast. - Cool & harden
Spread immediately on parchment paper or a lightly oiled tray.
Let cool completely — it will harden as it cools. - Break & enjoy
Once cold, break into pieces. Crunch time 😋
💡 Pro Tips
- Want extra crunch? Cook a little darker (but don’t burn).
- Like sesame? Add 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds at the end.
- For spiced version: add a pinch of cinnamon or chili flakes.
This is the kind of snack people cannot stop eating—perfect with tea or coffee ☕
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