Description
Homemade Peanut Brittle is perfect for making and sharing. A crunchy candy layer is loaded with roasted peanuts for a sweet and salty treat.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup light corn syrup
- 2 cups dry roasted peanuts
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
Instructions
- Prepare a large cookie sheet by spraying it with nonstick cooking spray.
- Cook sugar, corn syrup, and 1 cup of water on medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Bring to a boil and cook until the candy thermometer reaches 235 degrees F (soft ball stage), about 10 minutes.
- Add in the peanuts and salt. Cook until the candy thermometer reaches 300 to 310 degrees F (hard crack stage), stirring constantly, about 10 more minutes.
- Remove from heat and add in the butter and baking soda; stir to blend. The mixture will bubble up.
- Pour the brittle mixture onto the prepared cookie sheet and spread it out with a spatula and allow the brittle to cool for about 30 minutes until it is cool to the touch.
- Once cooled completely, lift the brittle up and break it into pieces. Store covered at room temperature.
Notes
- Use a generous amount of cooking spray.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature. It should keep for 2 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 219kcal
- Sugar: 34g
- Sodium: 146mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 2mg