Brazilian recipe
Crunchy Sweet Peanuts
Crunchy Sweet Peanuts are a traditional Brazilian treat, made with simple ingredients and loved for their irresistible flavor and ease of preparation.
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Ingredients
3 cups sugar
1/2 cup coffee
1/2 kg raw peanuts (with skin)
1 tablespoon cocoa powder
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 cup coffee
1/2 kg raw peanuts (with skin)
1 tablespoon cocoa powder
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon baking powder
Where to find ingredients
You can find raw peanuts (with skin) and baking ingredients in the baking or bulk snack aisles of most local supermarkets or health food stores.
Preparation
- Combine the coffee and sugar in a large pot
- Place the pot over medium heat
- Add the raw peanuts, cocoa powder, cinnamon, and baking powder
- Stir the mixture continuously until the liquid begins to dry and crystallize around the peanuts
- Remove the pot from the heat once the mixture is dry
- Spread the peanuts onto a greased baking sheet
- Place in a low-temperature oven for 15 minutes
- Stir occasionally while in the oven to prevent the peanuts from sticking together
Notes
These peanuts are a classic snack often found at street markets and local gatherings in Brazil. They are coated in a thin, crisp, sweet shell with a hint of chocolate and cinnamon, making them a perfect snack for sharing.
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