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candied peanuts

Candied Peanuts

Candied peanuts are a treat featuring roasted peanuts coated in a crunchy caramelized sugar shell. This sweet and salty snack is easy to make with just sugar, water, vanilla, and a pinch of salt. Perfect for snacking or adding to desserts, it's a homemade favorite for all occasions.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 8 people
Calories 304 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup Peanuts
  • 1/2 cup Sugar
  • 1/4 cup Water
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1/2 tsp Orange flower water

Instructions
 

  • Line a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper.
  • In a skillet, combine peanuts, sugar, and water over medium heat.
  • Stir constantly until syrup thickens, about 10 minutes.
  • Reduce heat and stir until sugar melts and turns amber.
  • Remove from heat, add salt and orange flower water, stir, then spread on pan.
  • Cool completely before storing.
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