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Peanut Brittle Recipe

Crunchy and sweet peanut brittle, perfect for snacking or gifting.
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Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 210 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup sugar
  • ½ cup light corn syrup
  • ¼ cup water
  • 1 cup peanuts raw
  • 2 tablespoon butter unsalted
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions 

  1. 1. Grease a baking sheet and set aside.
  2. 2. In a saucepan, combine sugar, corn syrup, and water. Cook over medium heat, stirring until sugar dissolves.
  3. 3. Stir in peanuts. Set candy thermometer in place, and continue cooking. Stir frequently until temperature reaches 300°F (150°C).
  4. 4. Remove from heat and immediately stir in butter, baking soda, and vanilla extract. Pour mixture onto prepared baking sheet. Spread evenly with a spatula.
  5. 5. Let cool, then break into pieces.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 210kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 5mg | Sodium: 150mg | Potassium: 100mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 20g | Calcium: 10mg | Iron: 0.5mg

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