Description
Learn how to make delicious Homemade Peanut Brittle with this easy recipe. Crunchy, sweet, and packed with peanuts, this classic candy is perfect for holiday treats or anytime snacking.
Ingredients
Scale
Sugar Mixture:
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup light corn syrup
- 1/4 cup water
Additional Ingredients:
- 1 cup dry roasted or raw peanuts
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Prepare Baking Sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or grease lightly.
- Cook Sugar Mixture: Combine sugar, corn syrup, and water in a saucepan. Cook to 300°F without stirring.
- Add Peanuts: Stir in peanuts and butter. Cook until golden and fragrant.
- Finish: Remove from heat, add baking soda, vanilla, and salt. Spread on baking sheet to cool.
Notes
- Use a candy thermometer for accuracy.
- Do not stir after sugar starts boiling.
- Store in airtight container for up to 2 weeks.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Candy
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 14 g
- Sodium: 90 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg
