Description
Learn how to make quick and easy Microwave Peanut Brittle at home with this simple recipe. This sweet and crunchy brittle is perfect for holiday treats or edible gifts!
Ingredients
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Sugar Mixture:
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup light corn syrup
Additional Ingredients:
- 1 cup roasted unsalted peanuts
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
Instructions
- Prepare the Sugar Mixture: Grease a baking sheet or line with parchment paper. In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine sugar and corn syrup. Microwave for 4 minutes.
- Add Peanuts: Stir in peanuts and microwave for 3–4 minutes until golden.
- Finish the Brittle: Stir in butter and vanilla, microwave for 1 minute. Quickly stir in baking soda. Pour onto baking sheet and spread thin.
- Cool and Serve: Let cool for 30 minutes, then break into pieces.
Notes
- Use heatproof tools and handle with care due to high temperatures.
- Can substitute peanuts with cashews or almonds.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Candy
- Method: Microwave
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 oz
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 55mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
