Brach’s Maple Nut Goodies Recipe: Irresistibly Sweet and Nutty Treats
This homemade version of Brach’s Maple Nut Goodies features a rich maple-flavored candy coating with crunchy roasted nuts. It’s a nostalgic, sweet, and buttery treat perfect for gifting or snacking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Yield: 24 pieces 1x
- Category: Candy
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup maple syrup
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup light corn syrup
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 2 cups roasted peanuts (or pecans/almonds)
Instructions
- In a large saucepan, combine maple syrup, granulated sugar, and corn syrup. Stir over medium heat until the sugar dissolves.
- Allow the mixture to boil without stirring until it reaches 300°F (hard crack stage).
- Remove from heat and quickly stir in the butter, baking soda, and vanilla. The mixture will bubble up.
- Stir in the roasted nuts until fully coated.
- Pour the mixture into a greased or parchment-lined baking dish and spread evenly.
- Let cool at room temperature for at least 1 hour.
- Cut into pieces and enjoy.
Notes
- Use a candy thermometer for accurate temperature control.
- For added flavor, lightly toast the nuts before adding to the mixture.
- You can substitute peanuts with pecans or almonds for variation.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
- Be cautious while working with hot syrup to avoid burns.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 60 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg