Description
This Microwave Peanut Brittle recipe offers a quick and easy way to make delicious homemade candy with a perfect crunchy texture and rich peanut flavor. Using simple ingredients like sugar, corn syrup, and roasted peanuts, this dessert can be whipped up in just minutes, ideal for holiday treats or satisfying sweet cravings.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup light corn syrup
- 1 cup salted roasted peanuts
- 1 teaspoon butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
Instructions
- Prepare baking sheet: Grease a baking sheet or line it with parchment paper and set aside to prevent sticking when pouring the brittle.
- Cook sugar mixture: In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine the granulated sugar and light corn syrup. Microwave on high for 4 minutes until the mixture begins to bubble, ensuring the sugar dissolves properly.
- Add peanuts: Stir in the salted roasted peanuts, then microwave for an additional 3 to 4 minutes until the mixture turns a light golden brown, developing the characteristic brittle color and flavor.
- Add butter and vanilla: Quickly stir in the butter and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and well combined, then microwave for 1 more minute to incorporate flavors thoroughly.
- Incorporate baking soda: Remove the bowl from the microwave and immediately stir in the baking soda. The mixture will become foamy, which helps give the brittle its airy texture.
- Pour and spread: Quickly pour the hot mixture onto the prepared baking sheet and spread it evenly with a spatula to your desired thickness before it hardens.
- Cool and break: Let the brittle cool completely for about 30 minutes, then break it into pieces for serving and storage.
Notes
- Microwave times can vary based on your microwave’s wattage; watch carefully to avoid burning the sugar.
- Store the peanut brittle in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks to maintain freshness and crunch.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 9 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Candy
- Method: Microwave
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 120 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 23 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
