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Addictive Coconut-Coffee Candied Peanuts

A delightful snack combining crunchy peanuts with the rich flavors of coconut and coffee, perfect for any occasion!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 170
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 200 g raw, skin-on peanuts Look for high-quality, fresh peanuts for the best flavor.
  • 160 g granulated sugar Consider brown sugar for a deeper caramel flavor.
  • 2 tsp Ovaltine powder or Milo powder, or 1 tsp cocoa powder This adds a unique chocolatey undertone.
  • 1/2 tsp instant coffee granules Add more for a stronger coffee flavor.
  • 1/4 cup coconut milk Full-fat coconut milk gives a creamier texture.
  • 1/3 cup water Helps dissolve the sugar during cooking.
  • 1/2 tsp fine grain salt Adjust to taste, as salt enhances sweetness.
  • 2 Tbsp white sesame seeds, toasted Adds crunch and nuttiness.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Spread the peanuts onto a plate and pick out any that look 'unwell.' Rinse gently in cold water if desired for extra freshness.
  2. In a dry pan over medium-high heat, toast the sesame seeds until golden, about 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
  3. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
Cooking
  1. In a wok or large pot, combine the water, sugar, coconut milk, Ovaltine, and instant coffee. Stir on medium-high heat until the sugar dissolves completely.
  2. Pour in the peanuts and bring the mixture to a simmer. Reduce heat to medium-low, cooking for another 10 minutes while stirring occasionally until the syrup thickens.
  3. Once the syrup has thickened, stir constantly until you see the sugar start to crystallize and coat the peanuts.
  4. Sprinkle salt evenly over the peanuts while continuing to toss them.
  5. Once you see wet spots from the syrup, sprinkle the toasted sesame seeds over the peanuts and gently mix.
Cooling
  1. Transfer the nuts to the prepared baking sheet and allow them to cool completely before serving.

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. Double the batch for a larger snack. They can be customized with spices or different chocolate powders.