Peanut Cracker Recipe


Sunburst Peanut Crackers The Fine Harvest
Sunburst Peanut Crackers The Fine Harvest from thefineharvest.co.uk

Introduction

If you're a fan of crackers and peanuts, then this recipe is perfect for you! Peanut crackers are a delicious and crunchy snack that can be enjoyed at any time of the day. They're easy to make and require only a few ingredients. In this article, we'll show you how to make peanut crackers at home.

Ingredients

For this recipe, you'll need the following ingredients:
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup butter, softened
  • 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 1/2 cup roasted, salted peanuts

Instructions

Follow these steps to make peanut crackers:
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a separate large bowl, cream together the butter, peanut butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add the egg to the butter mixture and beat until well combined.
  5. Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture and beat until well combined.
  6. Stir in the peanuts.
  7. Divide the dough into two equal portions.
  8. Roll each portion of dough into a log shape that is about 12 inches long.
  9. Wrap each log in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  10. Remove the dough from the refrigerator and slice into 1/4 inch thick rounds.
  11. Place the rounds on an ungreased baking sheet, spacing them about 1 inch apart.
  12. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
  13. Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes.
  14. Transfer the crackers to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Here's the nutritional information for one serving (2 crackers):
  • Calories: 160
  • Total fat: 11g
  • Saturated fat: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg
  • Sodium: 180mg
  • Total carbohydrate: 13g
  • Dietary fiber: 1g
  • Sugars: 5g
  • Protein: 3g

Tips and Variations

Here are some tips and variations to help you customize your peanut crackers:
  • For added crunch, you can replace the roasted peanuts with honey-roasted peanuts.
  • If you want a sweeter cracker, you can add an additional 1/4 cup of granulated sugar to the recipe.
  • You can also add a teaspoon of vanilla extract to the dough for added flavor.
  • Instead of slicing the dough into rounds, you can use cookie cutters to create fun shapes.
  • For a savory twist on this recipe, you can replace the peanut butter with almond butter and the brown sugar with grated Parmesan cheese.

Conclusion

Peanut crackers are a delicious and easy-to-make snack that can be enjoyed by anyone. With just a few simple ingredients, you can have a batch of homemade crackers in no time. Whether you're looking for a quick snack or a tasty addition to your next party, peanut crackers are sure to be a hit.

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