Honey Roasted Peanuts
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4.8
Honey Roasted Peanuts
Description
This recipe prepares Honey Roasted Peanuts by first heating butter, honey, and salt together until melted and bubbly, then stirring in raw peanuts to coat them evenly. The peanuts are spread in a baking dish and baked at 350ºF with frequent stirring to promote even browning and prevent burning, typically around 20 minutes. Separately, a mixture of sugar, chili powder, and garlic powder is prepared to add a flavor contrast.
Once roasted, the peanuts are transferred to a mixing bowl and the seasoning mixture is gradually added while stirring to prevent clumping as the mixture cools and adheres. The blend of sweet, salty, and mildly spicy notes gives the peanuts a well-layered taste. Final texture is crisp and crunchy with caramelized sugar.
The peanuts are best stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks. Variations can use salted butter without added salt, brown sugar for a richer taste, or adjust spices to favor sweet or savory profiles.
Ingredients
- 2 cups peanut raw, unsalted
- 1/3 cup white sugar
- 2 tablespoons butter unsalted
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
Instructions
- Pre-heat oven to 350º.
- In a large sauce pan over medium heat, stir together the butter, honey, and salt. Heat until butter is melted and bubbly. Add the peanuts and stir until they are well coated.
- In a 9 X 13 baking dish, add peanuts in an even layer. Place in oven checking every 5 and stirring to prevent burning. Remove peanuts whenever they've evenly browned, about 20 minutes.
- While peanuts are roasting, mix together the chili powder, garlic powder, and sugar.
- When peanuts are done, remove from oven and transfer to a metal mixing bowl. Slowly add the sugar mixture, a little bit at a time, mixing well each time. Continue to add sugar until well coated to your liking (all the mixture may not be necessary).
- Continue mixing as peanuts cool to prevent sticking.
- Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- Check peanuts frequently during roasting to avoid burning, as oven temperatures can vary.
- Store finished peanuts in an airtight container at room temperature for 1-2 weeks.
- If using salted butter, omit added salt from the recipe.
- Brown sugar can be substituted for white sugar to add a molasses note.
- Spices like cinnamon can replace chili and garlic powder for a sweeter flavor.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 2cups
Amount Per Serving
Calories 1174 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1cup | |
| Calories | 1174kcal | 59% |
| Carbohydrates | 89g | 30% |
| Protein | 35g | 70% |
| Fat | 84g | 129% |
| Saturated Fat | 17g | 85% |
| Cholesterol | 30mg | 10% |
| Sodium | 1183mg | 49% |
| Potassium | 961mg | 20% |
| Fiber | 12g | 48% |
| Sugar | 63g | 126% |
| Vitamin A | 498IU | 10% |
| Calcium | 79mg | 8% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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