Peanut drops are similar to Coconut Drops are classic Jamaican desserts. It is quick, simple and very easy to make.
Substitutes
- SUGAR: for those who are diabetic you can substitute brown sugar with; stevia, coconut sugar, aspartame, or organic maple syrup (with no corn syrup included).
- NUTS: you can use almonds, cashews, macadamia nuts, walnuts, Brazilian-nuts or just about any nuts.
Jamaican Peanut Drops Made Simple
Course: DessertCuisine: JamaicanDifficulty: EasyServings
12
servingsPrep time
5
minutesCooking time
30
minutesCalories
350
kcal35
minutesIngredients
2 cups roasted peanuts
5 tablespoons of shredded ginger (or to taste)
3 cups dark sugar
1 cup water
Directions
- Boil water on high then and add sugar
- Add peanuts and ginger
- After water has evaporated turn off the heat
- Place a sheet of parchment paper on table then use the spoon to scoop out the peanuts and place on the sheet
- The peanuts should be about 1 inch to 2 inches apart
- Let the peanuts cool for 30 minutes
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Love peanut drops. It’s nice a recipe is out there, I can always visit it. Big up.