Homemade Beer Nuts
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4.4
Homemade Beer Nuts
Description
The recipe begins by combining water, sugar, and cocktail peanuts in a saucepan over medium heat. The mixture is brought to a boil and simmered, stirring regularly until the water evaporates and the sugar turns grainy, coating the peanuts with a crystallized shell. The coated nuts are spread evenly on a rimmed baking pan, sprinkled with coarse sea salt, and baked at 300°F for 20 to 30 minutes depending on desired crunchiness.
Baking deepens the caramelization, enhancing flavor and producing a crisp exterior. Stirring midway ensures even roasting. The nuts cool on the pan to maintain their crunchy texture. This homemade version provides a fresher alternative to store-bought beer nuts with control over sweetness and saltiness.
Beer nuts can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature once fully cooled. They serve as a classic snack to accompany beers or as a crunchy addition to snack mixes.
The recipe is adapted from a family recipe, emphasizing simple ingredients and straightforward technique to achieve satisfying results.
Ingredients
- ⅓ cup water
- 1.5 cups sugar
- 16 ounces cocktail peanuts
- 1 tablespoon sea salt coarse
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 300° F.
- In a medium saucepan over medium to medium-high heat, stir together water, sugar, and peanuts. Bring to a boil. Boil, stirring regularly, until water is absorbed. It will turn from a syrupy consistency to a grainy sugar consistency.
- Spread peanuts out onto a rimmed 11″ x 17″ pan, breaking up any large pieces of peanuts that have clumped together. Sprinkle with sea salt.
- Bake for 20 to 25 minutes for a lighter coating and crunch, or 30 minutes for a deeper darker coating, stirring after the first 15 minutes. Let cool on pan. Store in an airtight container at cool room temperature once completely cooled.
Notes
- Stir regularly during boiling to prevent sugar from burning and to coat peanuts evenly.
- Baking time can be adjusted between 20-30 minutes for lighter or darker caramelization.
- Allow nuts to cool completely on the pan before storing to maintain crunch.
- Store beer nuts in an airtight container at cool room temperature for freshness.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 5cups
Amount Per Serving
Calories 184 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1 | |
| Calories | 184kcal | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 34g | 11% |
| Sodium | 699mg | 29% |
| Sugar | 34g | 68% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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