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Homemade Peanut Brittle Recipe

Recipe by: Jamielyn Nye
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 36
This homemade peanut brittle recipe is a sweet and buttery old-fashioned candy with a touch of maple flavor! It's easy to make on the stovetop and is a holiday favorite.

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup light corn syrup
  • ¼ cup water
  • 1 cup Spanish peanuts , or salted peanuts
  • 2 Tablespoons salted butter , softened
  • 1 teaspoon maple extract , or vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda

Instructions

  • Prep. Grease a large rimmed baking sheet and line with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. Measure all ingredients before starting the recipe. It comes together quickly.
  • Sugar mixture. In a large, heavy-bottomed pot, add 1 cup sugar, 1/2 cup corn syrup, and 1/4 cup water. Stirring constantly, cook over medium heat 5 minutes, or until the mixture comes to a gentle boil.
  • Boil. Once the mixture starts to boil, stop stirring and let the mixture boil. Using a candy thermometer, test the temperature (or clip the thermometer to the side of the pot). Once it reaches 260°F, stir in 1 cup peanuts and cook until it reaches 300°F.
  • Remove the pot from the stove immediately and quickly stir in 2 Tablespoons butter, 1 teaspoon maple extract, and 1 teaspoon baking soda.
  • Immediately pour the mixture onto the lined baking sheet and spread into an even layer with a rubber spatula.
  • Let cool completely. Snap or use a mallet to break into pieces.

Notes

Variations:
  • Nuts: Mix it up with your favorite type. I love almonds, cashews, or pistachios. 
  • Spice: Cinnamon or pumpkin pie spice work well, or try it with a little chili powder if you like a little bit of heat.
Storage: Once it's completely cooled, wrap tightly and store in an airtight container at room temperature up to 8 weeks. If stored in the fridge, the brittle might become soft. Store for 6-8 weeks.
Freeze: Place in a freezer-safe container in the freezer up to 3 months.

Nutrition

Calories: 63kcal, Carbohydrates: 10g, Protein: 1g, Fat: 3g, Saturated Fat: 1g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g, Monounsaturated Fat: 1g, Trans Fat: 0.03g, Cholesterol: 2mg, Sodium: 39mg, Potassium: 31mg, Fiber: 0.4g, Sugar: 9g, Vitamin A: 19IU, Calcium: 5mg, Iron: 0.2mg

Nutrition provided is an estimate. It will vary based on specific ingredients used.

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