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Maple Nut Goodies Recipe

Maple Nut Goodies Recipe

Make an easy Brach’s Maple Nut Goodies recipe at home with crunchy peanuts, creamy filling, and rich maple flavor. Perfect for gifts and desserts.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 18 pieces
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups roasted peanuts
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup light corn syrup
  • ¼ cup water
  • 1 teaspoon maple extract
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1½ cups powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons heavy cream
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Candy thermometer
  • Mixing bowls
  • Wooden spoon
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

Step 1: Prepare the Pan
  1. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly grease it to prevent the candy from sticking.
    Preparing the Baking Sheet for Maple Nut Goodies
Step 2: Cook the Syrup
  1. Combine sugar, corn syrup, and water. Cook until the mixture reaches the hard-ball stage temperature.
    Cooking the Maple Candy Syrup
Step 3: Add Flavor
  1. Remove from heat and stir in maple extract, butter, and salt until fully incorporated.
    Adding Maple Flavor and Butter
Step 4: Make the Filling
  1. Mix powdered sugar, cream, and vanilla extract until a thick, smooth filling forms.
    Mixing the Creamy Filling
Step 5: Shape the Candy
  1. Form small filling centers and surround them with roasted peanuts.
    Shaping Peanut-Coated Candy Centers
Step 6: Coat and Set
  1. Cover the peanut clusters with maple mixture and let them cool completely before serving.
    Coating and Setting the Candies

Notes

Use fresh maple extract and roasted peanuts for the best authentic flavor and texture.