Description
Homemade peanut brittle celebrates classic Southern candy-making traditions with crunchy caramelized nuts. Sweet and salty flavors blend perfectly for delightful snacking pleasure you cannot resist.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup roasted salted peanuts
- 1/2 cup corn syrup
Binding/Flavoring Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Leavening Agent:
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
Instructions
- Prepare a silicone mat or parchment paper on a sheet pan to prevent sticking and ensure easy removal of the brittle.
- Combine sugar and corn syrup in a microwave-safe glass bowl, mixing thoroughly to create a uniform base.
- Microwave the sugar mixture on high for 4 minutes, allowing the sugars to melt and blend together.
- Incorporate peanuts into the heated sugar mixture, then microwave for an additional 3-4 minutes until the mixture turns a light golden brown.
- Carefully add butter and vanilla to the hot peanut-sugar mixture, microwaving for 1 minute to integrate the flavors.
- Quickly sprinkle baking soda over the hot mixture and stir vigorously, causing the mixture to foam and become lighter in texture.
- Immediately pour the hot, foamy mixture onto the prepared sheet pan, spreading it evenly to create a thin layer.
- Allow the brittle to cool and harden completely at room temperature for approximately 1 hour.
- Once fully cooled and hardened, gently break the brittle into irregular, bite-sized pieces using your hands or a kitchen mallet.
Notes
- Use a silicone mat or parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy removal of the brittle.
- Watch sugar mixture carefully to avoid burning, as microwave temperatures can vary between appliances.
- Quickly stir baking soda to create tiny air bubbles that give the brittle its signature crispy, light texture.
- For a flavor twist, experiment with different nuts like almonds or cashews instead of peanuts to suit personal preferences.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Microwaving
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 194
- Sugar: 27 g
- Sodium: 79 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 3 mg