Description
Learn how to make delicious Peanut Brittle at home with this easy recipe. Crunchy, sweet, and satisfying, this homemade candy is perfect for sharing during the holidays or as a special treat anytime.
Ingredients
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Ingredients:
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup light corn syrup
- ¼ cup water
- 1 cup roasted salted peanuts
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- pinch of salt (optional if peanuts are unsalted)
Instructions
- Prepare Baking Sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it and set aside.
- Cook Sugar Mixture: In a medium saucepan, combine sugar, corn syrup, and water over medium heat. Stir constantly until the sugar dissolves, then attach a candy thermometer to the side of the pan. Cook until it reaches 300°F (hard crack stage).
- Add Peanuts and Flavorings: Stir in peanuts, butter, vanilla, and salt if using. Remove from heat and quickly mix in baking soda.
- Spread and Cool: Pour the hot brittle onto the prepared sheet, spread thinly, and let it cool completely. Break into pieces and serve.
Notes
- Use a candy thermometer for best results.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature to keep it crisp.
- You can swap peanuts for cashews or almonds if preferred.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 oz
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
