Peco Candy
Peco candy is a unique blend of peanuts, sugar, and coconut flakes. Considered to be candy decades ago, this is an airy treat that is reminiscent of years gone by!
Servings: 30 pieces
Ingredients
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup light corn syrup
- ½ cup water
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 cups raw peanuts
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 ¼ tsp baking soda
- 2 cups unsweetened flaked coconut
Instructions
- Combine sugar, corn syrup, and water in a large saucepan (4-5 quart) with a heavy bottom.2 cups granulated sugar, 1 cup light corn syrup, ½ cup water
- Stir over medium-high heat until sugar dissolves. Then increase to high heat and bring to boil until thermometer reaches 250°F.
- Add butter and peanuts. Continually stir to ensure the peanuts do not scorch.2 tbsp unsalted butter, 2 cups raw peanuts
- Bring the temperature up to 300°F.
- Once at 300°F, immediately remove from stove and add vanilla extract and baking soda. Mix together slightly then add coconut.1 tsp vanilla extract, 1 ¼ tsp baking soda, 2 cups unsweetened flaked coconut
- Stir until combined and pour into greased jelly roll size baking sheet. Do not spread or smooth out the brittle; let is spread on its own.
- Let cool completely, then crack and break into pieces.
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Notes
- When working with candy and high temperatures, it’s best to have all ingredients pre-measured and prepared because timing is key!
Nutrition
Serving: 12-inch piece | Calories: 228kcal