Description
This Nut Brittle Recipe is a delightful combination of crunchy mixed nuts encased in a sweet, buttery caramel. Perfect for snacking or gifting during the holiday season, this easy brittle recipe will surely impress your friends and family.
Ingredients
Scale
Ingredients:
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup light corn syrup
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup mixed nuts (peanuts, almonds, cashews, or pecans)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
Instructions
- Prepare the Baking Sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- Cook the Sugar Mixture: Combine sugar, corn syrup, water, and salt in a saucepan. Cook until reaching 300°F.
- Add Nuts and Flavors: Stir in butter, vanilla, and nuts. Then add baking soda.
- Spread the Mixture: Pour onto the baking sheet and spread into a thin layer.
- Cool and Break: Let it cool, then break into pieces.
Notes
Notes:
- You can use a single type of nut or a mix of your favorites.
- Sprinkle sea salt or cinnamon for extra flavor.
- Great for gifting and stays fresh for up to 2 weeks.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 17 g
- Sodium: 90 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 23 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg
