Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 2 tbsp piloncillo (or brown sugar (See Note 1))
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp chili seasoning ((or cinnamon powder))
  • 2 tbsp butter (cut into small pieces)
  • 2 cups peanuts (toasted)

Instruction

  • Lightly grease a 8" square baking dish with butter or cooking spray. Set aside.
  • In a small saucepan, add the sugar, piloncillo, honey, salt, chili powder and a 1/4 cup water. Stir or swirl to mix.
  • Set over medium-low heat, stir to mix and bring to a boil. Allow to cook until the temperature reaches 300°–320°F, about 5–6 minutes. Be careful not to burn the sugar!
  • Remove from the heat and quickly add the butter and peanuts, stir using a wooden spoon until combined.
  • Scrape the mixture into the baking dish and press the candy into an even layer using the back of spatula. Before completely hardening and candy is still pliable, flip it over onto a cutting board and slice into squares.
  • Let cool completely and serve, or store in an airtight container for up to 1 week at room temperature.