Description
Indulge in the nostalgic flavors of Brach’s Maple Nut Goodies with this homemade candy recipe. These sweet and crunchy maple peanut clusters are a delightful treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup light corn syrup
- ¼ cup water
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon maple extract
- 1½ cups roasted peanuts (unsalted or lightly salted)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon baking soda
Sugar Mixture:
Additional Ingredients:
Instructions
- Prepare the Sugar Mixture: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Combine sugar, corn syrup, water, and salt in a saucepan. Cook until sugar dissolves. Boil until it reaches 275°F. Remove from heat and stir in maple extract and peanuts.
- Finish the Candy: Return mixture to heat briefly. Remove and quickly stir in butter, vanilla, and baking soda. Drop spoonfuls onto the baking sheet. Let cool until firm.
Notes
- Use fresh, high-quality peanuts for the best results.
- Lightly oiling your spoon can aid in portioning.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Candy
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 55mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 2mg
