Homemade Mazapán (Mexican Peanut Candy — 2 Ingredients, No Bake)
Mazapan is a delicious and unique Mexican treat worth trying if you are a fan of sweet, nutty flavors. This candy brings me so many childhood memories; I still remember how finding a mazapan de la Rosa in the goodie bag or between the candy in the piñatas gave me so much joy.
8 pieces
Calories: 188kcal
Ingredients
- 1¼ cup peanuts
- 1 cup confecctioners' sugar
- 1 teaspoon peanut butter optional
Instructions
- Begin by grinding the peanuts in a food processor or a high-powered blender, such as a Vitamix. It’s best to use the pulse setting rather than leaving the machine running continuously, as prolonged processing can turn the peanuts into peanut butter. We want to achieve a powdered consistency instead.ake sure to scrape the sides of the bowl occasionally. Next, add the sugar and blend until you reach a fine, powdery texture that holds together when pressed between your fingers. If necessary, incorporate peanut butter to achieve your desired consistency.
- Place on a flat surface a piece of parchment paper, about 4x4 in (8x8 cm), and on top, a round 2-in. (5 cm.) cookie cutter. Fill the round cookie cutter with the peanut mixture and press it firmly into the mold until fully compact using a spoon, tamper, or pestle. Remove the cookie cutter slowly and help yourself with a spoon. Remember that the texture is crumbly and fragile.
Nutrition
Serving: 1piece | Calories: 188kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Sodium: 5mg | Potassium: 170mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 15g | Calcium: 24mg | Iron: 1mg