Shellfish Free Honey Roasted Peanuts
Warm, glossy, and just the right amount of sweet-meets-salty, these honey roasted peanuts are the kind of snack that disappears faster than you'd expect. A simple stovetop glaze of honey, butter, and sugar coats every peanut before a slow roast in the oven transforms them into something deeply golden and satisfyingly crunchy. The optional cayenne adds a gentle kick that balances the sweetness beautifully — leave it in if you like a little heat, skip it if you're keeping things crowd-friendly. Store-bought flavored nuts can be a minefield of mystery ingredients and shared processing lines, so making your own batch at home means you know exactly what's in the bowl. The hardest part is honestly waiting for them to cool completely so the coating can harden into that irresistible crunch. Break apart the clusters, pour them into a jar, 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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