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Sugar Spanish Peanuts

Sugar Spanish Peanuts

4.8

Prep
5 min
Cook
20 min
Total
25 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Line a baking sheet with a plain paper bag or parchment paper.
  2. 2 Stir peanuts, sugar, and water together in a large pot over medium-low heat using a wooden spoon; cook, stirring constantly, until liquid is evaporated and peanuts are coated, 20 to 30 minutes.
  3. 3 Carefully pour coated peanuts onto the prepared baking sheet until completely cooled.

By Rosa Letty Gonzalez

Boiled Peanuts

Boiled Peanuts

4.7

Prep
5 min
Cook
180 min
Total
185 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Wash peanuts and place them in a pot. Add salt, then water to cover. Bring water to a boil.
  2. 2 Let peanuts boil in water for at least 3 hours.
  3. 3 After three hours, take out a peanut and try it – if it’s not soft enough, keep boiling until the desired softness is reached.

By Thelma

Peanut Clusters

Peanut Clusters

4.6

Prep
10 min
Cook
5 min
Total
45 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Gather the ingredients.
  2. 2 Place chocolate and peanut butter chips in the top of a double boiler over simmering water. Stir frequently, scraping down the sides with a rubber spatula to avoid scorching, until melted, about 5 minutes.
  3. 3 Stir peanuts into the chocolate and peanut butter mixture.
  4. 4 Drop teaspoonfuls of mixture onto a waxed paper-lined baking sheet and refrigerate until firm, 30 to 45 minutes.

By Donna Farrand

Deep-Fried Peanuts

Deep-Fried Peanuts

5.0

Prep
5 min
Cook
5 min
Total
10 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat oil in a deep fryer or large saucepan to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  2. 2 Cook peanuts in the preheated oil until fragrant and hot, about 2 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain. Season with salt.

By Kristi Whittington

Alexander's Chocolate-Covered Peanuts

Alexander's Chocolate-Covered Peanuts

4.8

Prep
15 min
Cook
10 min
Total
85 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Cook almond bark in a slow cooker on High, uncovered and stirring occasionally, until mostly melted, 5 to 10 minutes. Reduce the heat to Low and stir in chocolate chips. Cook and stir until chips are melted and mixture is dark in color, 5 to 10 minutes.
  2. 2 Turn off the heat and stir in peanuts. Drop a spoonful onto a piece of parchment paper to test consistency; it should be thick and chunky. If it's too loose and runny, stir in more chocolate chips and peanuts.
  3. 3 Line several baking sheets with parchment paper. Use a melon baller to drop spoonfuls peanut mixture onto the prepared baking sheets. Let harden before serving, about 1 hour.

By Alexander Petrie

Sugar Peanuts

Sugar Peanuts

4.6

Prep
5 min
Cook
35 min
Total
40 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  2. 2 Combine sugar and water in a saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a boil; stir until sugar dissolved. Add peanuts; cook and stir until peanuts evenly coated and no syrup left in pan. Spread peanuts onto a baking sheet.
  3. 3 Bake in the preheated oven until evenly roasted, about 20 minutes, stirring every 5 minutes.

By Melissa

Slow Cooker Chocolate Peanut Clusters

Slow Cooker Chocolate Peanut Clusters

4.4

Prep
10 min
Cook
120 min
Total
160 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine white chocolate, peanuts, chocolate chips, and German chocolate in a slow cooker.
  2. 2 Cook on High for 1 hour, without stirring. Reduce heat to Low, stir, and cook for 1 more hour, stirring every 15 minutes.
  3. 3 Drop spoonfuls of chocolate-peanut mixture onto waxed paper. Let cool until hardened, 30 to 45 minutes.

By mzcopper

Chocolate Dipped Apples

Chocolate Dipped Apples

4.8

Prep
15 min
Cook
5 min
Total
40 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Gather the ingredients.
  2. 2 Insert wooden craft sticks or lollipop sticks into the cores of the apples at the stem.
  3. 3 Place roasted peanuts and candies on separate plates; set aside.
  4. 4 Place chocolate into a metal or glass bowl and set over a pan of barely simmering water. Stir frequently until melted. Remove from heat.
  5. 5 Dip apples into melted chocolate, turning to coat completely. Dip or roll in candy or nuts, then place on a sheet of waxed paper. Repeat with remaining apples.
  6. 6 Allow apples to set at room temperature until the chocolate is firm before serving, about 20 minutes.

By CANDYPEACHESCHIC

Reindeer Poop

Reindeer Poop

4.8

Prep
10 min
Cook
90 min
Total
145 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place the white candy coating, German sweet chocolate, chocolate chips, and peanuts into a slow cooker. Set the cooker to Low, cover, and gently heat the candy for 1 1/2 hours without stirring. After 1 1/2 hours, stir the mixture, and spoon out by teaspoons onto waxed paper. Allow to cool and set, about 45 minutes.

By GlassArtist

Chinese Christmas Cookies

Chinese Christmas Cookies

4.8

Prep
15 min
Cook
Total
135 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Melt chocolate and peanut butter chips in the top of a double boiler over simmering water, stirring frequently, until smooth.
  2. 2 Mix chow mein noodles and peanuts in a large mixing bowl. Pour chocolate mixture over noodles and peanuts and turn to coat.
  3. 3 Line a baking sheet with waxed paper. Drop mixture by rounded tablespoonfuls onto prepared sheet.
  4. 4 Refrigerate until set, about 2 hours.

By Kasey

Salted Nut Roll Squares

Salted Nut Roll Squares

4.0

Prep
10 min
Cook
5 min
Total
45 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Pour 1/2 of peanuts into the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. 2 Melt peanut butter chips and butter in a microwave-safe glass or ceramic bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring after each melting, for 1 to 3 minutes. Stir in sweetened condensed milk and microwave until heated through, about 30 seconds more.
  3. 3 Stir marshmallows into butter mixture until completely incorporated and melted. Pour marshmallow mixture over peanuts into the baking dish. Sprinkle remaining peanuts over the top, cover peanuts with a sheet of waxed paper and press down to fill the pan and create an even layer. Remove wax paper and cool completely before cutting into squares.

By SWC

Ice Cream Sandwich Dessert

Ice Cream Sandwich Dessert

4.8

Prep
20 min
Cook
Total
80 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Cut 1 ice cream sandwich in half. Place one whole and one half sandwich along a short side of a high-sided 9x13-inch casserole dish. Repeat until the bottom is covered, alternating whole and half sandwiches.
  2. 2 Spread with 1/2 of the whipped topping. Pour caramel on the top. Sprinkle with 3/4 cup peanuts. Repeat layers with remaining ice cream sandwiches, whipped topping, and peanuts. The pan will be full.
  3. 3 Cover and freeze for up to 2 months. Remove from the freezer 20 minutes before serving. Cut into squares.

By HOPEB

Instant Pot Salt and Vinegar Boiled Peanuts

Instant Pot Salt and Vinegar Boiled Peanuts

5.0

Prep
5 min
Cook
130 min
Total
635 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Whisk vinegar, water, and salt together in a large bowl; stir in peanuts to coat. Transfer to a gallon-sized resealable plastic bag; sit aside for 8 hours to overnight.
  2. 2 Transfer peanuts and liquid to a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot). Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions. Set a timer for 120 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
  3. 3 Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 20 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid.

By Soup Loving Nicole

Reindeer Food

Reindeer Food

4.8

Prep
15 min
Cook
5 min
Total
50 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Cover a large area of counter space with waxed paper and tape it down.
  2. 2 Mix pretzels, corn cereal, peanuts, and candy-coated milk chocolate pieces together in a large bowl.
  3. 3 Melt white chocolate in the top of a double boiler over simmering water, stirring frequently and scraping down the sides with a rubber spatula to avoid scorching.
  4. 4 Pour melted white chocolate over pretzel mixture; stir to evenly coat.
  5. 5 Quickly transfer mixture to the prepared waxed paper and spread in a thin layer; let cool completely, at least 30 minutes.
  6. 6 Break into pieces and store in an airtight container.

By inkmistress

Instant Pot Cajun Boiled Peanuts

Instant Pot Cajun Boiled Peanuts

4.3

Prep
5 min
Cook
205 min
Total
355 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine water, peanuts, salt, Creole seasoning, and liquid crab boil seasoning in a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot); stir. Close and lock the lid. Select High pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set the timer for 180 minutes (3 hours). Allow 25 minutes for pressure to build.
  2. 2 Release pressure using the natural-release method according to the manufacturer's instructions, about 25 minutes. Unplug the cooker but keep the lid on. Let peanuts sit for 2 hours for maximum flavor.

By Soup Loving Nicole

Quick and Easy Peanut Brittle

Quick and Easy Peanut Brittle

4.3

Prep
10 min
Cook
5 min
Total
45 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Line a jelly roll pan with parchment paper.
  2. 2 Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir sugar and salt with melted butter to dissolve completely. Remove saucepan from heat, add peanuts, and stir to coat completely; immediately pour onto prepared pan and spread into an even layer.
  3. 3 Refrigerate until brittle, at least 30 minutes. Separate from parchment and break into pieces.

By Jordan Patten

Candied Nuts

Candied Nuts

4.5

Prep
10 min
Cook
15 min
Total
55 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Grease a baking sheet or line with a silicone mat.
  2. 2 Cook and stir peanuts, sugar, and water together in a wide, heavy skillet over medium heat until liquid evaporates and nuts begin to crust with the hardening sugar; about 5 minutes.
  3. 3 Reduce heat to low and continue to cook and stir, scraping the bottom of the pan to coat peanuts with syrup as the sugar begins to melt and darken to a deep caramel color, about 10 minutes. Tilt pan away from the heat as needed to allow peanut mixture to darken without burning. Remove from heat immediately when peanuts are deeply bronzed; stir.
  4. 4 Sprinkle peanuts with sea salt and cinnamon or chili powder; tilt peanuts onto prepared baking sheet to cool completely. Break up clumps. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.

By Rob Tanner

Peanut Butter Haystacks

Peanut Butter Haystacks

4.6

Prep
15 min
Cook
5 min
Total
20 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Line a baking tray with waxed paper.
  2. 2 Place butterscotch chips and peanut butter in the top of a double boiler over simmering water. Stir frequently, scraping down the sides with a rubber spatula to avoid scorching, until melted, about 5 minutes.
  3. 3 Stir noodles and peanuts into melted peanut butter mixture.
  4. 4 Drop dough by forkfuls onto the prepared tray. Allow to cool at room temperature until set.

By Carole Zee

Frozen Bananas

Frozen Bananas

4.8

Prep
20 min
Cook
Total
260 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Insert 1 ice pop stick into the cut end of each banana half. Place the bananas on a wax paper-covered baking sheet, and freeze until the bananas are frozen through, about 2 hours.
  2. 2 Remove the frozen bananas from the freezer and spread a layer of peanut butter on each banana. Place the peanut butter-covered bananas back in the freezer for 30 to 45 minutes.
  3. 3 Melt the chocolate in the top of a double boiler over just-barely simmering water, stirring frequently and scraping down the sides with a rubber spatula to avoid scorching.
  4. 4 Dip each frozen banana in the melted chocolate, spooning the chocolate over the banana to cover it completely. Roll the dipped bananas in the chopped peanuts and place on the wax paper covered baking sheet; freeze until the chocolate is firm, about 1 to 2 hours.

By kelsey

Eagle Brand Peanut Butter Fudge

Eagle Brand Peanut Butter Fudge

4.6

Prep
20 min
Cook
5 min
Total
145 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Gather all ingredients.
  2. 2 Heat sweetened condensed milk and peanut butter in a heavy saucepan over medium heat, stirring constantly, until just bubbly.
  3. 3 Remove from heat. Stir in white chocolate until smooth. Immediately stir in peanuts and vanilla.
  4. 4 Spread evenly into wax paper lined 8-or 9-inch square pan. Cool.
  5. 5 Cover and chill for 2 hours or until firm.
  6. 6 Turn fudge onto a cutting board; peel off paper. Cut into squares. Store leftovers covered in refrigerator.

By Allrecipes Member

PayDay® Bars

PayDay® Bars

4.1

Prep
10 min
Cook
5 min
Total
75 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Spray the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
  2. 2 Spread 1/2 of the peanuts into the prepared baking dish.
  3. 3 Cook and stir sweetened condensed milk, peanut butter chips, and butter in a saucepan over medium heat until melted, about 5 minutes. Add marshmallows and stir until smooth. Pour mixture over peanuts and top with remaining peanuts.
  4. 4 Refrigerate until chilled, 1 to 2 hours. Cut into bars.

By lori john

Air Fryer Spicy Roasted Peanuts

Air Fryer Spicy Roasted Peanuts

4.2

Prep
5 min
Cook
25 min
Total
30 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat an air fryer to 320 degrees F (160 degrees C).
  2. 2 Whisk together olive oil, seafood seasoning, and cayenne pepper in a large bowl. Add peanuts and stir to coat. Transfer to the air fryer basket.
  3. 3 Cook in the preheated air fryer for 10 minutes. Toss and continue cooking for 10 minutes more.
  4. 4 Remove the basket from the air fryer. Season peanuts with salt, toss, and cook for 5 minutes more. Transfer peanuts to a paper towel-lined plate and let cool.

By Soup Loving Nicole

Rocky Road Candies

Rocky Road Candies

4.5

Prep
5 min
Cook
5 min
Total
130 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Gather all ingredients.
  2. 2 Line a 9x13-inch pan with waxed paper.
  3. 3 Heat chocolate chips and butter in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second increments, stirring occasionally, until melted and smooth. Stir in condensed milk.
  4. 4 Mix peanuts and mini marshmallows together in a separate bowl.
  5. 5 Gradually stir into chocolate mixture until incorporated.
  6. 6 Pour into the prepared pan. Refrigerate until firm, about 2 hours.
  7. 7 Cut into 24 squares. Enjoy!

By Sara

Rachael's Superheated Cajun Boiled Peanuts

Rachael's Superheated Cajun Boiled Peanuts

4.6

Prep
20 min
Cook
1440 min
Total
1460 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place peanuts, salt, jalapeños, red pepper flakes, crab boil, Cajun seasoning, and garlic powder into a slow cooker. Pour in water to cover the peanuts and stir to combine. Cover and cook on Low until peanuts are soft, at least 24 hours. Stir occasionally and add water as needed to keep the peanuts covered. Drain, then serve hot or cold.

By Rachael N Reed Palmer

Puffed Caramel Corn

Puffed Caramel Corn

4.9

Prep
15 min
Cook
50 min
Total
65 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 250 degrees F (120 degrees C). Combine corn puffs and peanuts in a large roasting pan.
  2. 2 Bring butter, brown sugar, and corn syrup to a boil in a heavy 2-quart saucepan. Cook and stir for 2 minutes.
  3. 3 Remove from heat; stir in baking soda until mixture foams up.
  4. 4 Pour over corn puff mixture and toss well using rubber spatulas. Bake in the preheated oven, stirring every 10 to 15 minutes, until a cooled piece of corn is crunchy, about 45 minutes.
  5. 5 Spread on waxed paper to cool. Break apart and store in an airtight container.

By rookie

Peanutty Ice Cream Pie

Peanutty Ice Cream Pie

4.7

Prep
25 min
Cook
Total
520 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Grease a 9-inch pie plate.
  2. 2 Combine 1 ⅓ cups peanuts, butter, and sugar in a bowl until well mixed; press into the bottom and up the sides of the prepared pie plate. Cover and refrigerate for 15 minutes.
  3. 3 Combine peanut butter and corn syrup in a large bowl; stir in coconut and 3 tablespoons peanuts and mix well. Stir in ice cream just until combined; spoon into crust and evenly smooth top.
  4. 4 Cover and freeze until firm, 8 hours to overnight. Sprinkle with mini candy-coated chocolate pieces before serving.

By Debbie Rowe