Air Fryer Spicy Roasted Peanuts

This easy recipe for air fryer spicy roasted peanuts is the perfect snack! These air fried peanuts are a healthy snack idea that is crunchy and salty. They are great for a low carb or keto diet. I love making homemade roasted nuts in the air fryer for a delicious snack option.

My favorite part of roasting my own nuts in the air fryer is controlling what type of oil I use. I love to use avocado, olive or coconut oil in my nut mixes to add healthy fat into my diet. I can also control how spicy this recipe is by simply adding a bit less hot sauce or eliminating the cayenne pepper.

Can I roast raw peanuts in an air fryer?

Yes! I love to roast raw peanuts and other nut varieties in my air fryer. When you make homemade roasted peanuts you get to control the ingredients. This includes using healthier oils and controlling the spice level.

How long does it take to roast peanuts in the air fryer?

Its' so quick! I roasted the peanuts in this recipe for 11 minutes at 330 degrees. The key to perfect peanuts is to not leave them in the air fryer when they are done. As soon as they are done frying I pour them onto a parchment lined baking sheet to cool.

Let the spicy roasted peanuts cool completely on the baking sheet before moving them to a sealed container or bag to store them. They are perfect for a snack or to pack in lunches.

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Do I need to wash peanuts before roasting?

I buy my raw peanuts already shelled and I don't wash them before roasting. If you are shelling your own peanuts you may want to wash them before roasting, although I don't think it's completely necessary.

If you do choose to wash your peanuts be sure that they are completely dry before you mix them with the coating ingredients. If the peanuts are still wet the oil and spices will not stick to them.

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Air Fryer Spicy Roasted Peanuts

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• Author: Elaine VanVleck
• Total Time: 16 minutes
• Yield: 2 cups 1x
• Diet: Gluten Free

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This easy recipe for air fryer spicy roasted peanuts is the perfect snack! These air fried peanuts are a healthy snack idea that is crunchy and salty. They are great for a low carb or keto diet. I love making homemade roasted nuts in the air fryer for a delicious snack option.

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Ingredients

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2 Tbsp. Olive Oil
2 cups Raw Peanuts, unshelled
2 tsp. Old Bay Seasoning
½ tsp. Sea Salt
¼ tsp. Cayenne Pepper
1 Tbsp. Nutritional Yeast
2 tsp. Cholula Hot Sauce

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Instructions

Place parchment paper in a baking sheet and set aside.

Place all of the ingredients into a mixing bowl and stir to coat the peanuts thoroughly. 

Pour the nut mixture into the air fryer and spread the peanuts around to create an even layer.

Air fry at 330 degrees for 11 minutes. 

Pour the peanuts onto a parchment lined baking sheet to cool.

Let the nuts cool completely before moving them to a sealed container or bag to store them.

Notes

If you want more or less spice you can change how much cayenne pepper and Cholula Hot Sauce you use.

• Prep Time: 5 minutes
• Cook Time: 11 minutes
• Category: Snacks
• Method: Air Fryer
• Cuisine: Gluten Free

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