Delicious Peanut Candy Recipe (Brigadeiro-style)
If you’re a fan of creamy, nutty sweets, you’re in for a treat! This Peanut Candy recipe combines the rich flavor of roasted peanuts with the smooth texture of condensed milk, creating bite-sized balls of pure indulgence. It’s a twist on the traditional Brazilian Brigadeiro, but with the satisfying crunch of peanuts. Ready to make your own batch? Let’s get started!
Ingredients:
- 350 grams (about 2 ½ cups) of skinless peanuts
- 790 grams (about 2 ¾ cups) of sweetened condensed milk
- 150 grams (1 ½ cups) of powdered milk
- Unsalted butter (for greasing)
- Extra powdered milk (for coating)
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Peanuts Start by boiling the peanuts to bring out their flavor and make them extra crispy. Place 350 grams of skinless peanuts in a large skillet and cover them with boiling water. Let them boil for about 5 minutes. This helps soften the peanuts and removes any residual skins.
2. Roast the Peanuts Once the peanuts are boiled, use a slotted spoon to remove them from the skillet and transfer them to a large baking pan. Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F), and roast the peanuts until they’re completely dry and golden brown. This process should take about 15-20 minutes. The peanuts should be crisp and dry to the touch—perfect for the candy-making step!
3. Make the Candy Mixture Next, place your roasted peanuts into a large skillet. Add 790 grams (about 2 ¾ cups) of sweetened condensed milk to the peanuts and stir to combine. Place the skillet on the stove over medium-low heat and add 150 grams (about 1 ½ cups) of powdered milk.
Continue stirring the mixture constantly. As it cooks, the mixture will begin to thicken and pull away from the bottom of the pan. This is the key moment when your candy is almost ready!
4. Cool the Mixture Once the mixture has thickened and is pulling away from the sides of the skillet, transfer it to a large bowl. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap, making sure the wrap touches the surface of the candy to prevent a skin from forming. Allow it to cool at room temperature for about 30 minutes.
5. Shape the Candy Once the candy has cooled enough to handle, grease your hands with unsalted butter to prevent sticking. Take small portions of the candy and roll them into bite-sized balls. Repeat this step until all the mixture has been shaped.
6. Coat the Balls Roll each candy ball in powdered milk to give them a smooth finish. The powdered milk coating adds a nice texture and balances the sweetness of the candy.
7. Chill and Serve Place your finished candy balls on a plate and refrigerate them for at least 2 hours. This will help them set and become firm. Once chilled, your peanut candy is ready to serve!
Tips for Perfect Peanut Candy:
- If you prefer a smoother texture, you can pulse the peanuts in a food processor before adding them to the mixture. This will give your candy a finer, less crunchy texture.
- For a richer flavor, feel free to add a pinch of salt to the peanut mixture to balance out the sweetness.
- These candies are great for parties, gifts, or as a sweet treat to enjoy with coffee.
Conclusion:
This peanut candy recipe is simple, sweet, and utterly irresistible. It’s the perfect combination of crunchy peanuts and creamy milk, making for a delightful snack or dessert. Enjoy these little bites of heaven, and don’t forget to share this recipe with your friends!
