Sesame-Nut Crunch

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
20%
Sesame-Nut Crunch
45 min.
7
912kcal

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If you're on the hunt for a delightful and satisfying snack that checks all the boxes for taste and texture, look no further than our irresistible Sesame-Nut Crunch! This vegetarian and gluten-free treat offers a perfect balance of sweetness, heat, and crunch that will whisk you away into a world of flavor. Made with a combination of savory roasted peanuts, sunflower seeds, and cashews, each bite is packed with a delectable mix of nutty goodness.

The highlight of this recipe is the unique blend of ingredients, where rich brown sugar melds with light corn syrup and a hint of cayenne pepper to create a sweet-and-spicy caramel coating. The addition of toasted sesame seeds gives it that extra layer of crunch, elevating the experience to an entirely new level. Whether you're looking for a midday pick-me-up, a perfect party snack, or something to munch on during movie night, this Sesame-Nut Crunch is both versatile and unforgettable.

In just 45 minutes, you can create a batch that serves seven, making it ideal for sharing with friends or family. Plus, the calorie count of 912 kcal ensures that it's a filling option for lunch or dinner. Once you’ve prepared this delightful treat, you'll want to keep it stored safely, as the temptation to snack on it will be hard to resist. So gather your ingredients and let's bring a little crunch into your life!

Ingredients

  • cup brown sugar packed
  • 1.8 teaspoons ground pepper 
  • 0.3 cup plus light
  • 0.8 lb roasted peanuts salted hulled
  • 2.5 oz roasted sunflower seeds salted hulled
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.8 lb roasted cashews salted
  • tablespoons sesame seed 
  • 0.3 lb butter unsalted

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • aluminum foil

Directions

  1. Butter a sheet of foil, about 12 by 17 inches.
  2. In a nonstick 5- to 6-quart pan over medium heat, frequently stir 1/2 cup butter, brown sugar, corn syrup, cayenne, and salt until melted and smooth, about 5 minutes.
  3. Add peanuts, cashews, sunflower seed, and sesame seed. Turn heat to high and stir until mixture is very thick and nuts begin to brown, 4 to 6 minutes.
  4. Immediately pour mixture onto buttered foil, spreading as thinly as possible with back of a spoon. Cool until mixture is lukewarm, about 15 minutes.
  5. With your hands, release brittle from foil, then pull or break it into bite-size pieces. When cool, immediately store airtight (otherwise, the coating absorbs moisture and gets sticky).

Nutrition Facts

Calories912kcal
Protein9.91%
Fat61.95%
Carbs28.14%

Properties

Glycemic Index
12.29
Glycemic Load
1.96
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
28.659565250511%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:911.57kcal
45.58%
Fat:66.51g
102.32%
Saturated Fat:17.41g
108.84%
Carbohydrates:67.97g
22.66%
Net Carbohydrates:60.57g
22.03%
Sugar:42.66g
47.4%
Cholesterol:34.83mg
11.61%
Sodium:780.45mg
33.93%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:23.93g
47.86%
Manganese:1.87mg
93.6%
Copper:1.74mg
87.11%
Magnesium:236.94mg
59.23%
Phosphorus:569.71mg
56.97%
Vitamin B3:8.6mg
42.98%
Vitamin E:4.66mg
31.06%
Folate:123.12µg
30.78%
Zinc:4.58mg
30.51%
Fiber:7.4g
29.59%
Iron:5.22mg
29.02%
Selenium:19.1µg
27.28%
Potassium:772.58mg
22.07%
Vitamin B1:0.32mg
21.36%
Vitamin B5:2.03mg
20.32%
Vitamin B6:0.38mg
19.09%
Vitamin K:18.71µg
17.82%
Calcium:145.11mg
14.51%
Vitamin A:614.1IU
12.28%
Vitamin B2:0.19mg
10.91%
Vitamin D:0.24µg
1.62%
Source:My Recipes