Turmeric Free Honey Roasted Peanuts
Sweet, salty, and just a little addictive, these honey roasted peanuts are the kind of snack that disappears faster than you expect. A glossy 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. A pinch of cayenne is optional, but it adds a subtle heat that plays beautifully against the sweetness if you're into that balance. Store-bought roasted peanuts often come loaded with seasoning blends that can include unexpected spices, so making your own batch at home puts you fully in control of every ingredient. The technique here is straightforward — melt, coat, spread, and roast — but the results taste genuinely impressive. Letting them cool completely on the parchment is the key step that locks in that satisfying crunch and keeps the glaze from staying sticky. Bag them up for gifting, set them out at a party, or just keep a jar on the counter for snacking.
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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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