Peanut Chikki
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Yash dani
Peanut Chikki is a classic Indian sweet snack made with just a few simple ingredients and timeless technique. Crunchy roasted peanuts are coated in molten jaggery cooked to the perfect snap, creating a brittle that’s both satisfying and nostalgic. Lightly flavoured with ghee, this traditional treat offers a beautiful balance of nutty crunch and natural sweetness. Easy to prepare and long-lasting when stored well, peanut chikki is enjoyed across generations as an energy-boosting snack, festive sweet, or winter favourite that celebrates the goodness of jaggery and peanuts in every bite.
Ingredients
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130g Roasted Unsalted Peanuts (lightly crushed)
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150g Jaggery (grated)
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1 tbsp Water
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1 tsp Ghee
Directions
In a large kadai, add the grated jaggery, and the water, and allow it to melt on a low flame.
To check if done, pour a drizzle of the melted jaggery into a bowl of ice cold water. The jaggery should snap in half when broken.
Pour in the ghee and mix gently.
Once it has reached the desired consistency, add in the Peanuts and mix till coated well with the jaggery.
Place the mixture immediately onto a wooden chopping board, or a plate, lightly greased with ghee.
Roll out into a rectangle shape.
Allow to cool for 10-15 minutes, and then cut into the desired sizes.
Serve immediately, or store in an air-tight container.