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Peanut Sucker Bags

Cultural Context

Peanut Sucker Bags are a beloved treat in Trinidad, often enjoyed during festive occasions and celebrations. This sweet, crunchy candy showcases the island's love for peanuts and sugar, combining them into a delightful snack. While traditionally made with simple ingredients, variations can include different flavors or colors, making them a popular choice for parties and holidays.

TrinidadianTTdessert
30 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
1 cup condensed milk
1 stick cinnamon
1/2 nutmeg
mixed essence
almond essence
1 cup peanut butter
1 cup water
1 full cream milk
1 cup Nestle carnation milk

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds sweetness with fewer calories.

corn syrup

🥗Healthier: agave syrup

💰Cheaper: simple syrup

Simple syrup is cheaper and easy to make.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Margarine is often less expensive than butter.

vanilla extract

🥗Healthier: vanilla bean

💰Cheaper: vanilla essence

Vanilla essence is a more affordable option.

1

Add 1 cup of full cream milk to a pot.

2

Pour in 1 cup of Nestle carnation milk.

3

Add 1 cup of peanut butter to the pot.

4

Stir the mixture to help the peanut butter melt.

5

Add 1 cup of condensed milk to the pot.

6

Add 1 stick of cinnamon to the mixture.

7

Heat the mixture for about 10 minutes until it comes to a boil and reaches a creamy texture.

8

Remove the pot from heat and let it cool down slightly.

9

Strain the mixture to remove excess solids using a spoon.

10

Add almond essence to the strained mixture and mix well.

11

Gradually add 1/2 cup of water to the mixture, stirring as you go.

12

Use a measuring cup to scoop out the mixture and pour it into molds.

13

Tie the molds tightly to secure the mixture inside.

14

Repeat the process until all mixture is used up.

15

Leave the molds in a freezer for about 5-6 hours until hardened.

Cooking Techniques

mixingcookingshaping

Equipment Needed

potmeasuring cupspoonmolds

Spice Level:

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Allergens

peanuts

Also Known As

Peanut CandyPeanut BrittlePeanut Suckers

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