Description
Learn how to make delicious Microwave Peanut Brittle at home with this easy recipe. Perfect for a sweet treat or homemade gift!
Ingredients
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Sugar Mixture:
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup light corn syrup
Additional Ingredients:
- 1 cup roasted salted peanuts
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
Instructions
- Prepare Baking Sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it and set aside.
- Microwave Sugar Mixture: In a large microwave-safe glass bowl, stir together the sugar and corn syrup until combined. Microwave on high for 4 minutes.
- Add Peanuts and Cook: Carefully stir in the peanuts and microwave for another 3-4 minutes until light golden. Add butter and vanilla, stir, and microwave for 1 more minute.
- Add Baking Soda: Remove from microwave, quickly stir in baking soda (mixture will foam), then pour onto prepared sheet.
- Cool and Enjoy: Spread out the brittle, let it cool at room temperature for about 30 minutes until hardened. Break into pieces and enjoy!
Notes
- Store peanut brittle in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.
- Use caution when handling the hot sugar mixture.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 9 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Snack
- Method: Microwave
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
