Nut Brittle Recipe π₯π¬
Prep Time: 1 hour
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Yield: 2 Pounds
Description
Indulge in the crunchy sweetness of homemade Nut Brittle with this delightful recipe. Perfect for gifting or sharing during the holidays or any time you crave a satisfying treat.
Ingredients
- 2 cups sugar
- 1 cup light corn syrup
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/2 cup margarine
- 2-3 pinches of salt
- 1 1/2 cups peanuts
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
Instructions
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Prepare Pan: Start by buttering the sides of a 3-quart saucepan to prevent the mixture from sticking.
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Combine Ingredients: In the prepared saucepan, combine sugar, corn syrup, water, butter, margarine, and salt.
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Cook Mixture: Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook the mixture while stirring until the sugar dissolves and the mixture comes to a boil.
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Monitor Temperature: Cook the mixture, stirring occasionally, until it reaches the soft crack stage at 275Β°F and turns into a nice golden brown color.
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Add Nuts: Once the mixture reaches the desired temperature, add the peanuts and continue to cook, stirring often, until the temperature reaches 295Β°F and the syrup becomes a clear gold color.
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Remove from Heat: Once the desired temperature is reached, remove the saucepan from the heat.
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Add Baking Soda: Quickly add the baking soda to the mixture and stir until well combined.
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Pour and Cool: Immediately pour the hot candy onto two large buttered baking sheets.
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Stretch and Shape: Use two forks to lift and pull the candy as it cools to stretch it thin and create a desirable texture.
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Cool Completely: Allow the brittle to cool completely at room temperature.
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Break into Pieces: Once cooled, break the brittle into pieces of your desired size.
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Serve and Enjoy: Serve this delightful nut brittle as a sweet treat or package it up for gifting to friends and family.
Indulge in the satisfying crunch and sweetness of this homemade Nut Brittle, perfect for any occasion ππ¬.
