Old Fashioned Peanut Brittle Recipe
Learn how to make classic Old Fashioned Peanut Brittle with this easy recipe. Crunchy, sweet, and nutty, this homemade candy is perfect for snacking or gifting.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 1 pound of brittle 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Boiling, Mixing, Spreading
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Sugar Mixture:
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup light corn syrup
- 1/3 cup water
Additional Ingredients:
- 16 ounces of roasted or raw peanuts (shelled)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons butter
- 2 teaspoons baking soda
Instructions
- Prepare Baking Sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a non-slip baking liner.
- Cook Sugar Mixture: In a pot, combine sugar, corn syrup, and water. Cook over medium-high heat until it boils.
- Attach Candy Thermometer: Reduce heat to medium and carefully attach candy thermometer to the pot, making sure it’s in the liquid.
- Boil: Continue boiling, stirring occasionally, until candy thermometer reads 250 degrees F.
- Add Peanuts: Stir in peanuts and salt.
- Cook Further: Cook until the mixture reaches 295 degrees F.
- Finish: Remove from heat, stir in butter and baking soda. Pour onto baking sheet and spread.
- Cool and Break: Cool completely, then break into pieces. Store in an airtight container.
Notes
- Be cautious when working with hot sugar mixtures as they can cause burns.
- Ensure all utensils and equipment are dry to prevent sugar from crystallizing prematurely.
- Feel free to customize by adding different nuts or a sprinkle of sea salt on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ounce
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Peanut Brittle, Candy Recipe, Homemade Treats
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