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Peanut Brittle

Homemade Peanut Brittle – Easy, Sweet Crunch for Gifting

This Homemade Peanut Brittle recipe offers a sweet and crunchy treat perfect for gifting during the holidays.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Brittle
  • 2 cups sugar
  • 1/2 cup light corn syrup
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 2 cups salted roasted peanuts can substitute with unsalted
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda Do not skip this
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter can use margarine
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract optional

Equipment

  • heavy-bottomed saucepan
  • candy thermometer
  • baking sheet
  • Aluminum foil
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Easy Stovetop Peanut Brittle
  1. Prepare Your Baking Sheet: Preheat oven to 200°F (93°C). Line a baking sheet with greased aluminum foil.
  2. Combine the Ingredients: In a saucepan, mix sugar, corn syrup, and water. Heat and dissolve sugar.
  3. Boil the Mixture: Add peanuts when it reaches a boil, cook until it hits 300°F (150°C).
  4. Add the Final Ingredients: Remove from heat, stir in butter, baking soda, and vanilla extract cautiously.
  5. Pour and Spread the Brittle: Pour onto the prepared baking sheet and spread evenly.
  6. Cool and Break: Let it cool for 1-2 hours, break into pieces after hardening.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 21gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 70mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 6-8 weeks. Do not refrigerate to maintain crispiness.

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