How to Make Cajun Sugared Peanuts - A Step-by-Step Guide

There’s nothing quite like the spicy, sweet flavors of Cajun sugared peanuts. These addictive little snacks are perfect for munching on during a party, as a topping for salads, or just as a satisfying snack on their own. The combination of the heat from the Cajun spices and the sweetness of the sugar makes for a taste sensation that’s hard to resist.

What makes these peanuts even better is how easy they are to make at home. All you need are a few simple ingredients and a bit of time, ...

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup white sugar
  • ½ cup water
  • 2 cups raw peanuts
  • 1 ½ teaspoons chipotle chile powder
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • ¼ teaspoon chili powder
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 40 mins
  • Total Time: 55 mins
  • Servings: 16
  • Yield: 2 cups

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Stir sugar into water in a saucepan over medium heat; cook and stir until the sugar dissolves completely. Add peanuts, chipotle chile powder, kosher salt, chili powder, and garlic powder into the liquid.
  • Bring the mixture to a boil and cook, stirring constantly, until the liquid evaporates and the remaining syrup coats the nuts, about 15 minutes; spread immediately onto the prepared baking sheet. Use forks to separate any peanuts stuck together and to get an even layer.
  • Bake in preheated oven, stirring and then separating the peanuts every 5 minutes, until the peanuts are glazed, about 20 minutes total. Let peanuts cool completely before breaking into small pieces.
  • Nutrition

    152 cal.

    • Total Fat: 9g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Sodium: 124mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 16g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 13g
    • Protein: 5g
    • Calcium: 17mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 130mg