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    Home » Recipes » Snacks

    Sweet Nutty Crunch

    Published: Jan 20, 2015 Modified: Sep 19, 2022 by Kristin King / This post may contain affiliate links

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    This snack has such a light, crunchy texture and sweet, nutty taste, and the combination just makes you want to pop these little nuggets of delight into your mouth, one after another, forever and ever and ever!

    Close up shot of sweet nutty crunch on a black surface with jars of it in the background.

    You guys, I MUST share this recipe with you right away! I am not waiting until my usual Thursday morning publishing time. You deserve to have this recipe in your life, and I am not going to keep it from you for one more minute than I have to. (OK well, there was a slight delay for editing, since I'm sure you don't want to wade through my many typos, no matter how good the recipe!)

    I can't take credit for developing this recipe, it was given to me by my friend Scott, who got it from his dad. It is a very simple process, but the results are completely delicious and ADDICTIVE. Seriously, folks, do not underestimate the power of this snack.

    It has such a light, crunchy texture and sweet, nutty taste, and the combination just makes you want to pop these little nuggets of delight into your mouth, one after another, forever and ever and ever!

    Pair them with some Chocolate Almond Clusters and you'll really have a problem on your hands!

    Overhead shot of sweet nutty crunch in three clear mason jars with a brown background.

    If you have a SuperBowl party to attend, take this snack and you will be revered and adored (unless you are cheering for the opposite team. No amazing snack can save you from a breach like that!)

    However, you might want to make a double or triple batch, because these will not last long! Plus, you might eat half of them before you even get them all in the serving bowl. (Not that I would have any experience with that. Just sayin'.)

    I can totally picture myself bringing these to gatherings all year round, from St. Patrick's Day parties to Easter gatherings to summer barbecues to Christmas festivities! This is definitely my new go-to snack mix.

    I am even thinking of all kinds of variations, like tossing in some pretzel nuggets to get that sweet and salty combo action going!

    You may be thinking, sure these look good and sound good, but will Thing 2, the ultimate finicky taste tester, eat them? WELL....Thing 2 tried to steal the bowl and keep them all for himself, so I would say the answer is a resounding YES!

    In fact, he would probably love it if somehow I lost my mind and served these for dinner. But that will never happen, because I am a good mom and good moms don't serve snack mixes for dinner. (Besides, then there would be less for me to munch on later! Ha ha!)

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    Close up shot of sweet nutty crunch on a black surface.

    Sweet Nutty Crunch

    Recipe Author: Kristin
    Be warned, this snack is easy, yummy, and super-addictive!
    5 from 1 vote
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    Prep Time 5 minutes mins
    Cook Time 45 minutes mins
    Total Time 50 minutes mins
    Course Snack
    Cuisine American
    Servings 4
    Calories 620 kcal

    Ingredients
     

    • 1 cup sugar
    • ½ cup water
    • 2 cups raw peanuts (with the skin)
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    Instructions
     

    • Preheat oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C).
    • In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine sugar and water. Heat and stir until the sugar is dissolved.
      1 cup sugar, ½ cup water
    • Stir in the peanuts, turn up the heat to medium high and bring the mixture to a boil, stirring frequently.
      2 cups raw peanuts
    • Continue to boil, stirring frequently, for about 15 minutes, until all the liquid is gone but the peanuts are still wet. (Note: the liquid will take on a reddish color.)
    • Spread the peanuts on a baking sheet and place in the oven for 10 minutes.
    • Flip/agitate the peanuts, and bake for another 10 minutes.
    • Flip/agitate the peanuts again and bake for another 10 minutes.
    • Try to let them cool before you start digging in! You don't want to burn yourself! 🙂

    Nutrition

    Calories: 620kcal | Carbohydrates: 65g | Protein: 17g | Fat: 36g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Sodium: 6mg | Potassium: 480mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 52g | Calcium: 39mg | Iron: 1.7mg

    Nutritional information is an estimate. The nutritional values for your final dish may vary based on measuring differences and products used.

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    1. Laina Turner

      March 04, 2015 at 8:28 am

      I wish I wasn't at work. I'd make some right now.

      Reply
    2. Corinne

      March 03, 2015 at 10:39 pm

      This reminds me of the candied peanuts I used to eat sometimes as a kid. I'd forgotten all about them until I saw your pictures. They are addictive. I might have to double the recipe when I make them. 🙂 Thanks for linking up at This Is How We Roll Thursday.

      Reply
    3. K

      February 28, 2015 at 1:33 pm

      Hi there girly!
      If you're interested, I starting a new link up on Tuesdays over at my blog. It's a great way to share your content and meet other awesome bloggers. I'd LOVE to have you share a post!
      -K
      http://www.peeledwellness.com

      Reply
    4. jenny

      February 28, 2015 at 9:14 am

      Thanks for sharing!

      Reply
    5. Kyla @HouseOfHipsters

      February 27, 2015 at 1:13 pm

      Oh my mouth is watering! Thanks for linking up at Found & Foraged!

      Reply
    6. Jennie @ The Diary of a Real Housewife

      February 26, 2015 at 9:11 pm

      5 stars
      Yummy! A wonderful snack! I would love if you would share on my Friday Favorites linkup!

      Reply
    7. Sarah J

      February 24, 2015 at 12:47 pm

      Popping over from Treasure Box Tuesday =) I can't promise I'll ever make it but I pinned to my Recipes Eat Me board =) Looks delicious, my mouth watered. Be sure to share your recipes, crafts, upcycles & DIYs at Two Uses Tuesday (Mon 11pm EST to Fri 11pm EST) over at Sarah Celebrates if you don't already!

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    8. Miriam

      January 21, 2015 at 4:44 pm

      In Mexico they are called "cacahuates garapiñados" and we also do them with walnuts, ajonjoli and many other seeds or nuts and sprinkle on top of salads.
      Delicious

      Reply
      • Kristin King

        January 21, 2015 at 6:39 pm

        Oh yes, I can imagine so many possibilities! Yum!

        Reply

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