Nutty Burmese Peanut Brittle with Coconut Flakes

Name: Nutty Burmese Peanut Brittle with Coconut Flakes
Prep time: 1 h
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 12 pieces
Cuisine: Snack
Ingredients: 1 cup peanuts; 1 cup granulated sugar; 1/2 cup water; 1/2 cup coconut flakes; 1/4 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp vanilla extract; 1 tbsp butter

A sweet and crunchy Southeast Asian treat

This delightful Burmese confection combines the rich flavors of roasted peanuts and flaky coconut, making it a perfect snack or dessert treat.

1 h 30 min
12 pieces
Intermediate

Ingredients

For the Peanut Brittle Base

1 cup peanuts

roasted and unsalted

1 cup granulated sugar

1/2 cup water

For the Coconut Flake Topping

1/2 cup coconut flakes

lightly toasted

1/4 tsp salt

For Flavor Enhancement

1/2 tsp vanilla extract

1 tbsp butter

unsalted

Preparation

Preparing the Peanut Mixture

Spread Peanuts

Spread the roasted peanuts on a baking tray lined with parchment paper.

Toast Peanuts

Toast the peanuts in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 5 minutes.

Chop Peanuts

Allow peanuts to cool, then roughly chop and set aside.

Preparing the Coconut Flakes

Spread Coconut Flakes

Spread coconut flakes on a baking sheet.

Toast Coconut

Toast them at 325°F (163°C) for 3-4 minutes until golden.

Keep an eye on coconut flakes; they can burn quickly.

Season Coconut

Let cool and mix in the salt.

Cooking Process

Caramelizing Sugar

In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, dissolve sugar in water over medium heat, stirring until golden brown.

Use a silicone spatula for stirring the hot sugar mixture to prevent sticking.

Incorporating Peanuts

Once sugar reaches the desired caramel color, quickly stir in chopped peanuts.

Adding Enhancements

Remove from heat, add butter and vanilla extract, stirring until smooth.

Plating & Serving