Description
Peanut Brittle is a crunchy, sweet treat that’s packed with roasted peanuts and coated in a delicious caramelized sugar syrup. Perfect for gifting or enjoying as a snack with its addictive crunch and flavor!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1½ cups granulated sugar
- ½ cup light corn syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- ¼ teaspoon baking soda
- 1¼ cups roasted unsalted peanuts
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat and set aside.
- In a medium saucepan, combine sugar, corn syrup, and salt over medium heat. Stir constantly until the sugar has dissolved.
- Once the sugar has dissolved, stop stirring and let the mixture boil until it reaches 300°F (150°C) on a candy thermometer. This is known as the hard crack stage.
- Once the syrup reaches 300°F, remove from heat. Immediately stir in the butter, vanilla extract, and baking soda. The mixture will bubble up, so be careful!
- Quickly fold in the peanuts, ensuring they are evenly coated with the syrup.
- Pour the hot mixture onto the prepared baking sheet and spread it out into an even layer. Let it cool for about 30 minutes or until completely hardened.
- Once the brittle is cooled and firm, break it into pieces. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks.
Notes
- Make sure to use a candy thermometer for precise temperature control.
- For a twist, try adding a pinch of cinnamon or cayenne pepper to the syrup for extra flavor.
- Store in an airtight container to maintain its crunch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Candy
- Method: Candy Making
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg