Ingredients
Sauce made from caramelized sugar.
3/4 cup of sugar, which is equal to 160 grams.
1/4 cup of water, which is equal to 80 milliliters.
3/4 cup of whipping cream, which is equal to 200ml.
4 and 1/4 tablespoons of unsalted butter, which is equivalent to 60 grams.
Groups.
2 and a half cups of roasted peanuts, with or without salt (400g)
200 grams of milk chocolate
30 grams of dark chocolate (to decorate, if desired)
Preparation
1. Prepare the Caramel Sauce:
In a pot, mix the sugar and water. Heat the mixture on medium heat, stirring from time to time, until the sugar melts.
Raise the temperature and heat the mixture until it starts boiling. Do not move. Cook it until the mixture becomes a dark golden color (around 10 minutes).
Gently pour the cream into the mixture (it will bubble). Mix until there are no lumps.
Take the mixture off the heat and mix in the butter until it melts completely and blends in. Let it cool down a bit.
2. Get the peanuts ready.
Put the cooked peanuts in a big bowl.
Mix peanuts and caramel together.
Pour the caramel sauce that has cooled a bit over the peanuts. Mix until the peanuts are completely covered with caramel.
Create groups:
Cover a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Place small amounts of the peanuts covered in caramel on the baking paper, creating groups.
Melt the chocolate.
Cut the milk chocolate into small pieces and melt it using a double boiler (put the chocolate in a heatproof bowl over hot water) or in the microwave for 20 seconds at a time, stirring well after each interval until it is smooth.
After melting it, pour the milk chocolate over the clusters.
6. Decoration (Optional):
Melt the dark chocolate the same way you melted the milk chocolate.
Pour the dark chocolate on top of the milk chocolate-covered clusters to add a decorative touch.
7. Start and give out food:
Allow the clusters to cool down at room temperature or put them in the fridge to make them set faster.
After arranging them, keep the groups in a sealed container at room temperature or in the refrigerator.
Why You Will Enjoy This Recipe:
Luxurious and delicious: Mixing caramel, peanuts, and chocolate makes a very rich dessert.
Simple to prepare: This recipe is suitable for all levels of cooking expertise, as it uses basic ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions.
Perfect for giving: These peanut caramel clusters are wonderful presents you can make at home!
Ideas for how to serve.
Enjoy the Peanut Caramel Clusters with a cup of coffee or hot cocoa for a warm and comforting snack.
Place them on a plate with cookies and fruit to create a festive party display.
Sprinkle the pieces over vanilla ice cream to make a very special dessert.
Put them in pretty bags or boxes to give as homemade gifts for holidays, birthdays, or special events.
End, final part.
Peanut Caramel Clusters are a tasty snack that mixes crunchy roasted peanuts with sweet caramel and chocolate. These small snacks are great for sharing or enjoying whenever you want something sweet and crispy. Their simple preparation and ability to be used in various ways make them an excellent choice for gatherings, presents, or a special treat at home. Whether you have them with coffee or as a snack during the day, these treats will definitely please your craving for something sweet!
Enjoy!