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Baked Boston Peanuts Recipe

These irresistible Baked Boston Peanuts are the perfect sweet and salty treat! Easy to make and beautifully presented in a jar or tin, they make a fantastic homemade gift or a delightful addition to your snack collection. Crispy, crunchy, and bursting with flavor, this recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 607.4 kcal
Protein 37g
Rating 4.9 (11 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Baked Boston Peanuts

  • 2 cups Spanish Peanuts
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1/4 cup Water
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt

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How to Make Baked Boston Peanuts

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large, heavy-bottomed skillet, combine 2 cups of peanuts, 1 cup granulated sugar, and 1/4 cup water. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until all liquid is absorbed and the peanuts are evenly coated with sugar. Sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon of salt.
  3. Transfer the peanut mixture to a lightly greased jelly-roll pan or baking sheet.
  4. Bake for 10 minutes, stirring halfway through (at the 5-minute mark), until the peanuts are lightly browned and the sugar is caramelized.
  5. Spread the peanuts onto a sheet of aluminum foil to cool completely. This prevents them from sticking together.
  6. Once completely cool, store the Baked Boston Peanuts in an airtight container. They'll stay fresh and crunchy for weeks!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

24 g

Sugar

211g

Fat

24g

Carbs

20g

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