Description
This recipe offers a taste of childhood with its sweet peanut crunch. Commonly known as peanut brittle, this crunchy peanut candy is simple to make with just three ingredients and no oven required. It’s a gluten-free and dairy-free treat perfect for gifting or enjoying with a cup of tea.
Ingredients
Scale
- 200g raw peanuts (unsalted)
- 200g granulated sugar
- 100ml water
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare your mold: Line a baking sheet or tray with parchment paper or lightly grease a flat surface like a marble countertop. Have an oiled spatula or rolling pin ready.
- Make the caramel: In a thick-bottomed saucepan, combine sugar, water, and lemon juice. Heat over medium heat without stirring until it turns a golden caramel color, about 7-10 minutes. Watch carefully to prevent burning.
- Add the peanuts: Once the caramel is amber-colored, remove from heat and quickly stir in the peanuts, ensuring they are well coated.
- Spread the mixture: Immediately pour onto your prepared surface. Spread as quickly as possible using a lightly oiled spatula or rolling pin to about 0.5-1 cm thickness.
- Score before it hardens: Before the brittle cools completely, score lines to make it easier to break or cut once hardened. Let it cool completely, then break or cut into pieces.
Notes
- You can substitute peanuts with other nuts like almonds, cashews, pistachios, or a mix.
- For a more intense flavor, use dry-roasted peanuts.
- Add a pinch of cinnamon or vanilla to the caramel for flavored versions.
- Work quickly once the caramel is ready, as it hardens very fast.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks. Avoid refrigeration to maintain texture.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Confectionery
- Method: Stovetop Caramel
- Cuisine: Traditional / Homemade
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 12g
- Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g