Lactose Free Honey Roasted Peanuts
Warm, golden, and impossible to stop eating, these honey roasted peanuts hit every note — sweet, salty, and just a little smoky if you go for the cayenne. The honey and butter glaze caramelizes in the oven into a glossy, crunchy shell that makes store-bought versions feel like a distant memory. With only a small amount of butter in the mix, the dairy content is minimal, and for most people avoiding lactose this recipe sits comfortably in the clear. The technique is straightforward: coat, spread, roast, and let them cool completely so that satisfying crunch fully sets. That cooling step is non-negotiable — it's what transforms the sticky coating into the snappable shell you're after. Make a batch for a party bowl, a road trip bag, or honestly just to have something genuinely good within arm's reach all week.
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8 servings
- 2 cups raw peanuts
- 3 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp granulated sugar
- ¾ tsp kosher salt
- ¼ tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2
Combine the honey, butter, and sugar in a medium saucepan over medium heat, stirring until the butter melts and the mixture is smooth, about 2 minutes.
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