Peanut CrackersPeanut crackers are a crunchy snack made of whole peanuts in a crisp outer coating. They are also sold as cracker nuts or coated peanuts. People mostly eat them by the handful from a bowl.Each piece has a hard, crisp shell and a nutty peanut in the middle. The crunch is different from plain roasted peanuts, which have no outer layer. Peanut crackers suit anyone who likes a noisy, moreish snack with a drink.Ways to Eat Peanut CrackersPeanut crackers work best as an easy sharing snack, and a few simple ideas are listed below. Put them in a bowl for game nights, film nights and parties. Mix them with raisins or other dried fruit for a quick homemade snack mix. Crush a few and sprinkle them over chaat, bhel or a bowl of noodles for extra crunch. Add them to a snack box or a plate of nibbles with olives and cheese. Peanut Crackers or Roasted Peanuts?The main difference is the coating. Roasted peanuts taste of the nut alone. Peanut crackers add a crisp shell around the peanut, so each bite is lighter and crunchier.The coating also changes how you use them. You can crush it for toppings, but it will not blend into a smooth peanut butter the way plain peanuts will. If you want to grind or cook with peanuts, plain ones are the better choice. Check the ingredients and allergen details on this page for the exact coating and flavour.Peanut Crackers FAQWhat are peanut crackers?Peanut crackers are whole peanuts covered in a crunchy coating. They are sold as a ready-to-eat snack, so there is nothing to cook or prepare.Are peanut crackers the same as roasted peanuts?No, they are not the same. Roasted peanuts have no outer layer, while peanut crackers have a crisp coating around the nut. This gives them a different crunch.Are peanut crackers suitable for people with a peanut allergy?No, peanut crackers contain peanuts and are not suitable for anyone with a peanut allergy. Always read the allergen information on this page before you buy.Add peanut crackers to your basket for your next snack bowl or party mix.
