Description
Brach’s Maple Nut Goodies are a nostalgic candy treat that combines the sweet flavor of maple with crunchy peanuts, coated in a sugary, chewy coating. These bite-sized morsels are perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth and make a delicious homemade candy snack! A fun and easy recipe to recreate the classic candy favorite at home. #MapleNutGoodies #CandyRecipe #HomemadeCandy #SweetTreats #MapleCandy #PeanutCandy #EasyCandyRecipe #NostalgicSnacks
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup maple syrup
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups roasted peanuts
- 2 cups powdered sugar
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine the maple syrup, butter, granulated sugar, and salt. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture reaches a soft ball stage (around 234°F or 112°C on a candy thermometer), which should take about 10 minutes.
- Once the mixture reaches the correct temperature, remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
- Add the roasted peanuts to the syrup mixture and stir until they are evenly coated.
- Place the powdered sugar in a shallow bowl or plate. Using a spoon or your hands, scoop out spoonfuls of the peanut mixture and roll them into balls, then immediately roll them in the powdered sugar to coat.
- Once all of the peanut mixture has been formed into balls and coated with powdered sugar, place the maple nut goodies on a parchment-lined tray to cool and set, about 30 minutes.
- Store the maple nut goodies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
Notes
- For an extra flavor boost, you can add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg to the syrup mixture.
- Feel free to use honey instead of maple syrup for a different flavor profile.
- If you prefer a more firm texture, you can refrigerate the maple nut goodies after forming the balls.
- You can also substitute the peanuts with other nuts like cashews or almonds for variety.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Candy
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg