Whether you're buying for a wedding boiled-peanut bar, a church fundraiser, or your first batch of peanut brittle — we give you exact pounds, the right variety, and fair prices from vetted retailers. No guessing, no jargon.
What should I buy? (60-sec quiz)
Don't know where to start? Use our calculator below to get exact pounds for your event. Not sure which type to buy? RunnerRunner-type peanuts are the most common variety in the US — mild flavor, consistent size. Great for peanut butter and roasting., VirginiaVirginia peanuts are the largest variety — jumbo size, bold flavor. The classic cocktail and snacking peanut., SpanishSpanish peanuts are small with reddish skins. High oil content makes them ideal for peanut brittle and peanut candy., and ValenciaValencia peanuts have 3+ kernels per shell and a naturally sweet flavor. Best for boiling and fresh eating. each shine for different jobs. See the full variety guide →
What are you buying peanuts for?
* Serving estimates based on National Peanut Board event-sizing recommendations + Hampton Farms catering guides. Our methodology
Know your peanuts
The largest peanut — jumbo kernels with a rich, bold flavor. The classic cocktail peanut and ballpark peanut. Grown in Virginia and the Carolinas.
Shop Virginia peanuts →America's most-grown peanut. Uniform size, mild flavor, and consistent oil content make it the go-to for Jif, Skippy, and home peanut butter makers.
Shop Runner peanuts →Small, round, with reddish skins. High oil content and intense flavor make Spanish peanuts the tested winner for peanut brittle, peanut oil, and peanut candy.
See brittle test results →Three or more kernels per pod, naturally sweet and tender. Grown mainly in New Mexico. Valencia's sweetness shines when boiled — a favorite for fresh-crop boils.
See boiling guide →Where to buy
| Retailer | Price / lb (25-lb bag) | Min. Order | Ships Fast | Fundraiser Program | Best For | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Hampton Farms
Best Overall
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~$3.20/lb | 1 bag (25 lb) | ✓ | ✓ | Events, bulk snacking | Shop → |
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Aldridge Peanuts
Best Fundraiser
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~$1.80/lb | 1 case (30 lb) | — | ✓ | PTAs, churches, boosters | Shop → |
Virginia Diner |
~$3.60/lb | 1 bag (1.5 lb) | ✓ | ✓ | Gifting, premium snacking | Shop → |
Whitley's Peanut Factory |
~$3.80/lb | 1 bag (2 lb) | ✓ | — | Flavored, seasoned varieties | Shop → |
Amazon (Hampton Farms) |
~$3.40/lb | 1 bag (5 lb) | ✓ | — | Quick delivery, Prime shipping | Shop → |
Quick reference
| Bag Size | In-Shell Cups | Shelled Yield | Serves (snack) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 lb | ~3 cups | ~0.6 lb | 6–8 people |
| 5 lb | ~15 cups | ~3 lb | 30–40 people |
| 10 lb | ~30 cups | ~6 lb | 60–80 people |
| 25 lb | ~75 cups | ~15 lb | 150–200 people |
| 50 lb | ~150 cups | ~30 lb | 300–400 people |
For PTAs, churches & booster clubs
Peanut fundraisers are the most reliable fall fundraiser in the South — and the margins are real. At $1.80 cost per bag sold at $5.00, you keep $3.20 profit per bag. Enter your numbers below to see your break-even and total profit.
Latest tested guides
How-To
Exact temps and times for in-shell, raw shelled, redskin, and blanched. We ran 18 batches at 325°–375°F — here's the doneness test that never fails.
Tested Pick
We made five batches with Spanish, Virginia, Runner, and blanched. Spanish won — here's why, and where to buy them for the best price.
How-To
Green peanuts are the only correct choice for boiling — here's what to buy, the brine ratio that works, and the Cajun variation worth making at every tailgate.
All topics
Side-by-side table with size, flavor, best use, and where to buy each variety.
Protein, fat, fiber, and an honest answer on keto, paleo, and allergens.
Tables by type and storage method — plus affiliate links to vacuum sealers.
Honest pros/cons, minimums, shipping costs, and best-for-your-use-case picks.
Step-by-step for PTAs, churches, and booster clubs — with real margin math.
For bakeries and snack brands sizing up from 25-lb bags to 500–2,000 lb orders.