Peanut Brittle

Peanut Brittle

Make a traditional peanutty treat that's big on crunch and flavor. Break it into bite-sized bits and serve in small bowls at your next party.

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Peanut Brittle
Parent Supervision Needed
This recipe requires extra parent involvement and a watchful eye, because it may require sharp tools or hot pans.
Party Snacks
Try this recipe at your child's next party. Double the ingredients or divide them in half, depending on the size of your celebration.
Allergy Alert
This recipe contains one or more of the following common food allergens: dairy, nuts, soy, wheat, or eggs.

Servings: 36

Prep Time: 40 min.

Cook Time: 10 min.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups sugar
  • 1 cup light corn syrup
  • 3/4 cup water
  • 1/4 tsp. salt
  • 2 cups dry roasted peanuts
  • 3 tbsp. butter
  • 1 tsp. baking soda

Directions

  1. Step 1

    Line a 10- by 15-inch jelly roll pan with foil. Spray the foil with vegetable cooking spray; set aside.

  2. Step 2

    Combine the sugar, light corn syrup, water, and salt in a 3-quart heavy bottom saucepan. Bring to a boil, stirring occasionally, over medium high heat. Once the mixture begins to boil, stop stirring. Boil until the mixture reaches 300°F on a candy thermometer. Add the peanuts and cook, stirring, until mixture is golden brown. Remove from the heat and add the butter and baking soda. Pour the mixture onto the prepared pan and spread as thinly as possible. Allow to cool.

  3. Step 3

    Break the brittle into smaller pieces.

Nurtition Facts

  • Calories: 126
  • Total Fat: 5g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Cholesterol: 3mg
  • Sodium: 130mg
  • Total Carbs: 20g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Sugar: 15g
  • Protein: 2g
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