Perfect Peanut Brittle Recipe
Enjoy the sweet, salty, and delightful crunch of homemade Perfect Peanut Brittle.
Ingredients
- 2 cups white sugar
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 cup light corn syrup
- 2 cups salted peanuts
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Instructions
- Begin by preparing a sheet pan with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
- In a large nonstick pot, combine sugar and water, stirring until well mixed. Pour the corn syrup into the mixture and give it a good stir, then gently bring it to a boil over medium-low heat stirring every few minutes to ensure it doesn’t stick to the bottom. Use a candy thermometer and measure it until it reaches 250°F.
- Pour the peanuts into the mixture and carry on stirring until it reaches a temperature of 300°F.
- Take the pot off the heat and add the butter, baking soda, and vanilla. Stir until it starts to bubble and change consistency.
- Carefully pour the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet. Allow it to cool and set; this should take around 45 minutes.
- Once it has solidified, either cut or break the mixture into pieces and store them in an airtight container.
Nutrition
Calories: 221kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 4gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 165mgFiber: 1g
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