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Crunchy Sweet Peanuts with Coffee and Cinnamon (Amendoim doce crocante)

A traditional Brazilian treat, these crunchy sweet peanuts feature an irresistible blend of intense coffee, warm cinnamon, and a perfectly caramelized shell.

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Crunchy Sweet Peanuts with Coffee and Cinnamon (Amendoim doce crocante)

Ingredients

1/2 cup strong brewed coffee
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon baking powder
3 cups sugar
500 g raw peanuts with skins
1 tablespoon cocoa powder

Where to find ingredients

Raw peanuts can be found in local markets or grocery stores. For the cocoa powder and spices, standard pantry items from local supermarkets are sufficient.

Preparation method

  1. In a heavy-bottomed pot, combine the sugar with the strong brewed coffee and place over medium heat.
  2. Stir continuously until the sugar has fully dissolved and the syrup begins to thicken.
  3. Add the raw peanuts with skins, cocoa powder, cinnamon, and baking powder to the pot.
  4. Mix all ingredients thoroughly into the hot syrup until the mixture starts to dry out and pulls away from the bottom of the pan.
  5. Once the mixture reaches a dry, sandy consistency, remove the pan from the heat.
  6. Pour the peanut mixture onto a greased baking sheet, spreading it out evenly.
  7. Place in a preheated oven at a very low temperature (approximately 120°C) for about 15 minutes.
  8. During the time in the oven, stir the peanuts occasionally to prevent sticking and ensure even drying.
  9. Remove from the oven and allow the peanuts to cool completely before serving or storing.

Observations

These sweetened, crunchy peanuts are a classic snack from Brazil, beloved for their deep flavor and satisfying texture. By combining the rich notes of coffee with aromatic cinnamon and cocoa, this recipe creates a gourmet experience that pairs perfectly with a fresh cup of coffee or serves as an excellent quick snack. The preparation process is straightforward, allowing you to achieve a professional-quality candy with a crisp, sugary coating right in your own kitchen.
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Preparation method

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Step 1

In a heavy-bottomed pot, combine the sugar with the strong brewed coffee and place over medium heat.

In a heavy-bottomed pot, combine the sugar with the strong brewed coffee and place over medium heat.
Step 2

Stir continuously until the sugar has fully dissolved and the syrup begins to thicken.

Stir continuously until the sugar has fully dissolved and the syrup begins to thicken.
Step 3

Add the raw peanuts with skins, cocoa powder, cinnamon, and baking powder to the pot.

Add the raw peanuts with skins, cocoa powder, cinnamon, and baking powder to the pot.
Step 4

Mix all ingredients thoroughly into the hot syrup until the mixture starts to dry out and pulls away from the bottom of the pan.

Mix all ingredients thoroughly into the hot syrup until the mixture starts to dry out and pulls away from the bottom of the pan.
Step 5

Once the mixture reaches a dry, sandy consistency, remove the pan from the heat.

Once the mixture reaches a dry, sandy consistency, remove the pan from the heat.
Step 6

Pour the peanut mixture onto a greased baking sheet, spreading it out evenly.

Pour the peanut mixture onto a greased baking sheet, spreading it out evenly.
Step 7

Place in a preheated oven at a very low temperature (approximately 120°C) for about 15 minutes.

Place in a preheated oven at a very low temperature (approximately 120°C) for about 15 minutes.
Step 8

During the time in the oven, stir the peanuts occasionally to prevent sticking and ensure even drying.

During the time in the oven, stir the peanuts occasionally to prevent sticking and ensure even drying.
Step 9

Remove from the oven and allow the peanuts to cool completely before serving or storing.

Remove from the oven and allow the peanuts to cool completely before serving or storing.
Final result

Crunchy Sweet Peanuts with Coffee and Cinnamon (Amendoim doce crocante)

Crunchy Sweet Peanuts with Coffee and Cinnamon (Amendoim doce crocante)

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