Description
Indulge in the classic sweet and crunchy delight of this Best Peanut Brittle recipe. Whether you enjoy it during the holidays or as a special treat, this old-fashioned candy is sure to please your taste buds.
Ingredients
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Ingredients:
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup light corn syrup
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 cup raw or roasted unsalted peanuts
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the Pan: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it and set aside.
- Cook the Mixture: In a heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium heat, combine sugar, corn syrup, salt, and water. Stir until sugar dissolves and mixture boils. Add peanuts and cook, stirring frequently, until the mixture reaches 300°F (hard crack stage) on a candy thermometer.
- Finish the Brittle: Remove from heat, stir in butter, baking soda, and vanilla extract. Quickly pour the brittle onto the prepared baking sheet and spread it out evenly with a spatula.
- Cool and Break: Let the brittle cool completely, then break it into pieces.
Notes
- Work quickly when spreading the brittle, as it hardens fast.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
