How To make authentic Ghanaian Nkate Cake / Peanut Brittle

groundnuts

🥗Healthier: almonds

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Sunflower seeds are more affordable and still provide a similar crunch.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil offers a healthier fat alternative.

Preheat the oven to 175°C (350°F).

Spread raw peanuts evenly on a baking tray and bake for 15 minutes.

Peel the skin off the baked peanuts.

Grind the peanuts in a coffee grinder or blender until they reach a breadcrumb-like consistency.

In a saucepan, add 1 cup of sugar and a pinch of salt.

Add grated nutmeg (optional) to the saucepan.

Stir the sugar over heat until it caramelizes, being careful not to burn it.

Once the sugar is melted and smooth, add the ground peanuts and stir to combine.

Transfer the mixture onto a working surface and cover with parchment paper.

Roll out the mixture to about 4-5 millimeters thick.

Cut into desired shapes or sizes with a knife or pizza cutter.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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