Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup of roasted peanuts
- 1 cup of granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup of creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup of dark chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup of water
- 1/4 teaspoon of salt
Special equipment needed:
- Candy thermometer
- Parchment paper
- Baking sheet
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
2. In a medium saucepan, combine the sugar, water, and salt. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until the sugar dissolves.
3. Once the sugar has dissolved, stop stirring and let the mixture come to a boil. Insert the candy thermometer and cook until the temperature reaches 300°F.
4. Add the roasted peanuts to the sugar mixture and stir until the peanuts are coated.
5. Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the peanut butter until well combined.
6. Pour the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet and spread it out evenly with a spatula.
7. Melt the dark chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring in between until fully melted.
8. Drizzle the melted chocolate over the peanut mixture.
9. Let the pé-de-moleque cool and harden for at least 30 minutes.
10. Once the pé-de-moleque has hardened, break it into pieces and serve.
- Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
- Cooking time: 20 minutes
Temperature:
- Cooking temperature: medium heat
- Candy thermometer temperature: 300°F
Serving size:
- Makes about 12-15 pieces
Nutritional information:
- Calories per serving: 200
- Total fat: 11g
- Saturated fat: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 70mg
- Total carbohydrates: 23g
- Dietary fiber: 2g
- Sugars: 20g
- Protein: 5g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Roasted peanuts can be substituted with any other nuts of your choice.
- Creamy peanut butter can be substituted with crunchy peanut butter or any other nut butter.
- Dark chocolate chips can be substituted with milk chocolate chips or white chocolate chips.
Variations:
- Add chopped dried fruits, such as raisins or cranberries, to the pé-de-moleque mixture for added texture and flavor.
- Sprinkle sea salt over the melted chocolate for a sweet and salty combination.
Tips and tricks:
- Be careful when working with hot sugar mixture as it can cause severe burns.
- Use a candy thermometer to ensure the sugar mixture reaches the correct temperature.
- Let the pé-de-moleque cool completely before breaking it into pieces to avoid crumbling.
Storage instructions:
- Store pé-de-moleque in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
Reheating instructions:
- Pé-de-moleque does not need to be reheated.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve pé-de-moleque on a platter with other sweet treats for a dessert table.
- Wrap pé-de-moleque in cellophane bags and tie with a ribbon for a homemade gift.
Garnishes:
- Garnish with chopped peanuts or chocolate shavings.
Pairings:
- Serve pé-de-moleque with a cup of coffee or tea.
Suggested side dishes:
- Pé-de-moleque can be served as a dessert on its own.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the sugar mixture does not reach the correct temperature, the pé-de-moleque will be too soft and sticky.
- If the pé-de-moleque crumbles when breaking it into pieces, it may have been cooked for too long.
Food safety advice:
- Be careful when working with hot sugar mixture as it can cause severe burns.
Food history:
- Pé-de-moleque is a traditional Brazilian sweet made with peanuts and sugar.
Flavor profiles:
- Pé-de-moleque has a sweet and nutty flavor with a hint of saltiness.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve pé-de-moleque as a dessert or snack.
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Region: Brazilian
Taste: Sweet, Rich, Creamy, Nutty, Chocolatey