Easy30 min
Where it comes from
Originally a treat for children, pé de moleque is a traditional Brazilian sweet with roots in Portuguese confections and African heritage.
On the Palate
What goes into it
How it's made
- 1
Roast peanuts in the oven until golden.
- 2
In a saucepan, melt sugar until it reaches a deep caramel color.
- 3
Stir in butter and a pinch of salt, then add the roasted peanuts.
- 4
Quickly pour the mixture onto a greased surface, spreading it thinly.
- 5
Let it cool completely before breaking into pieces.
- 6
Store in an airtight container to maintain crispness.
