Peanut Crunch Ice Cream Topping
Transform your favorite dessert into a textural masterpiece with this irresistible Peanut Crunch Ice Cream Topping! This quick and easy recipe comes together in just 15 minutes, creating a caramelized blend of roasted peanuts, buttery toffee, and a hint of sea salt for the perfect balance of sweet and savory. The golden crunch is made by simmering sugar, butter, and light corn syrup until bubbling and fragrant, then coating the peanuts in this luscious caramel mixture. As it cools, the brittle-like topping hardens into an addictive treat, ready to be broken into bite-sized shards that can be sprinkled generously over creamy scoops of ice cream. Ideal for adding a nutty crunch to sundaes or even snacking on its own, this topping is a must-try for peanut lovers and dessert enthusiasts alike!
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Ingredients
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons light corn syrup
- 1 cup roasted peanuts
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon sea salt
Directions
Step 1
In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the granulated sugar, unsalted butter, and light corn syrup over medium heat.
Step 2
Stir constantly with a heat-resistant spatula until the sugar has dissolved and the mixture begins to bubble.
Step 3
Continue cooking for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mixture turns a light golden caramel color.
Step 4
Remove the saucepan from heat and quickly stir in the roasted peanuts, vanilla extract, and sea salt, making sure the peanuts are evenly coated.
Step 5
Pour the mixture onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat, spreading it out into an even layer.
Step 6
Allow the peanut crunch to cool and harden completely at room temperature, about 30 minutes.
Step 7
Once hardened, break the peanut crunch into smaller pieces using your hands or a knife.
Step 8
Store the peanut crunch in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week. Sprinkle over ice cream as a delicious topping!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (431.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2063.1 |
| Total Fat 112.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 33.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 22.3g | |
| Cholesterol 93mg | 0% |
| Sodium 601.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 251.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 13.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 234.8g | |
| Protein 41.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 98.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 2.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1078.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories