Mushroom Free Honey Roasted Peanuts
Warm, glossy, 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 magic happens in a simple stovetop glaze of honey, butter, and sugar that coats every single peanut before they go into the oven. A low-and-slow roast at 325°F lets the coating caramelize into a satisfying crunch without burning, though keeping a close eye in those last few minutes is the real trick. Packaged snack mixes and flavored nuts often sneak in unexpected ingredients, so making your own means you know exactly what's in the bowl. The ingredient list is short, the process is straightforward, and the result looks and tastes far more impressive than the effort involved. Let them cool completely on the parchment and the coating firms up into that perfect, crackly shell — then break apart the clusters and try not to eat them all before your guests arrive.
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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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