The possibilities with a cup of raw peanuts are just endless! Boiled, roasted or fried, this perfect snack ingredient is your answer for a lot of cravings.
I am sharing one of the easiest air fryer recipes you will come across for air fryer roasted peanuts!
They are so easy, so delicious and yet so nutritious at the same time!
If you need a great snack during family movie nights or even on road trips, this easy recipe for crispy peanuts will not disappoint you!
You will have the added bonus of a delicious snack without all the extra calories. Cooking peanuts cannot get easier than this!
Peanuts are one of the most popular nuts around the world and they come packed with nutrients, including protein, fiber, heart-healthy fats and various vitamins and minerals.
However, the usual roasting methods often involve deep frying in oil or coating with unhealthy seasonings, which can significantly increase the calorie and fat content of peanuts.
This is where you could air fry peanuts and come up with a healthier alternative.
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Why I love this
- Quick and easy to prepare with basic ingredients.
- It gives you great control over the ingredients.
- You are free to use your favorite seasoning.
- Healthier alternative to traditional methods of roasting peanuts.
- Perfect for snacking on-the-go or as a party appetizer. Cooking time is less than 15 minutes
- Can easily customize the level of crunchiness based on personal preference
Ingredients
- Raw peanuts
- Black pepper, chaat masala, salt and olive oil
Instructions
Preheat your air fryer to 375 degrees F.
Add the raw peanuts inside the air fryer basket in a single layer and air fry for 10-12 minutes, shaking it occasionally. (I placed a cake pan in the air fryer basket to prevent peanuts from getting stuck in the holes)
Once the peanuts are golden brown and crunchy, turn off the air fryer and transfer them to a mixing bowl.
Add black pepper, chaat masala and salt according to your taste preferences.
Drizzle some oil over the peanuts and give it a good mix.
Let the peanuts cool down to room temperature before serving or storing in an airtight container.
Top Tips
- Make sure to shake the air fryer basket occasionally for even cooking and browning.
- If your air fryer basket has bigger gaps, add the peanuts to a smaller bowl or pan and place it inside the air fryer. This will prevent the smaller peanuts from falling through the basket.
- Experiment with different seasonings and indian spice mix to create your own unique flavors. Dry mango powder is a popular flavor enhancer that's used along with other spices.
- Peanuts have a decent shelf life of up to 7 days, when they are stored in an airtight container.
- Adjust your cook time if your air fryer oven is small.
Serving
Serve these delicious air fryer roasted peanuts as a healthy snack option for movie nights, game days, or as an appetizer at parties.
You can also pack them in a small bag and take them with you on the go for a quick and nutritious energy boost.
They are also perfect for adding some crunch to salads or as toppings on soups and stews. You can also use these roasted peanuts to make peanut chutney or peanut butter.
The possibilities are endless with these simple and tasty air fryer roasted peanuts.
Variations
- For spicy peanuts, add chili powder, paprika powder, or cayenne pepper to the seasonings. Check out my masala peanut recipe for more details.
- For a sweet and savory option, mix in some honey or maple syrup with salt and black pepper.
- Add garlic powder or dried herbs like oregano and thyme for a savory flavor profile.
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📖 Recipe
Best Air Fryer Roasted Peanuts
Equipment
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Ingredients
- 2 cups raw peanuts
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon chaat masala
- salt to taste
- 2 teaspoon oil
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 375 degrees F.
- Add the raw peanuts inside the air fryer basket in a single layer and air fry for 10-12 minutes, shaking it occasionally. (I placed a cake pan in the air fryer basket to prevent peanuts from getting stuck in the holes)2 cups raw peanuts
- Once the peanuts are golden brown and crunchy, turn off the air fryer and transfer them to a mixing bowl.
- Add black pepper, chaat masala and salt according to your taste preferences.¼ teaspoon black pepper, ½ teaspoon chaat masala, salt to taste
- Drizzle some oil over the peanuts and give it a good mix.2 teaspoon oil
- Let the peanuts cool down to room temperature before serving or storing in an airtight container.
Notes
- Make sure to shake the air fryer basket occasionally for even cooking and browning.
- If your air fryer basket has bigger gaps, add the peanuts to a smaller bowl or pan and place it inside the air fryer. This will prevent the smaller peanuts from falling through the basket.
- Experiment with different seasonings and indian spice mix to create your own unique flavors. Dry mango powder is a popular flavor enhancer that's used along with other spices.
- Peanuts have a decent shelf life of up to 7 days, when they are stored in an airtight container.
- Adjust your cook time if your air fryer oven is small.
YOUR OWN NOTES
Nutrition
Nutritional information is an estimation only.
Cara says
This was the perfect recipe to help us use up some plain unroasted peanuts in the pantry. I didn't want to waste them but they needed more flavor and this method worked so well!
Megan says
We love peanuts in our house going back generations LOL. My daddy used to eat them everyday, I ate them through all my vegetarian years and my 3 pregnancies, and now my kids can't get enough of them. They're always there, so faithful, delicious and nutritious. Thanks for this very new way of enjoying them!
Marisa says
If it's one thing we like to have when we watch movies on TV, it is a snack, especially seasoned peanuts. We loved how easy it was to roast our peanuts per your recipe. Next time we'll try a new seasoning.
Sree says
It's a fantastic recipe with crunch. My best movie-time snack!
Marie-Pierre Breton says
This is so much more powerful and delicious when done yourself! Roasting the nuts in the air fryer is life-changing! Thanks!
Gloria says
This is the perfect snack. Roasted peanuts that you can season just the way you like. What a great food gift idea.