Kanya (groundnut Cake)
Kanya, also known as Groundnut Cake, is a popular dessert in Sierra Leone. It is a delicious and nutty treat that is perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth.
Ingredients
- 2 cups roasted peanuts
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Grind the roasted peanuts in a food processor until they form a smooth paste.
- In a saucepan, combine the peanut paste, sugar, and water.
- Cook the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly, until it thickens and pulls away from the sides of the pan.
- Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
- Pour the mixture into a greased pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Allow the kanya to cool and set before cutting it into squares or diamonds.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 30 minutes
- Total time:
- 45 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 200 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 15g
- Protein
- 5g
- Fat
- 12g
Supplies
Saucepan Spatula
Tools
Food processor
Serving suggestions
Serve the kanya with a hot cup of tea or coffee for a delightful snack.
Tips & tricks
For a crunchy texture, you can sprinkle some chopped peanuts on top of the kanya before it sets.
Cost
$5