Microwave Peanut Brittle Recipe
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Ingredients: 1 Cup white sugar
1/2 Cup white corn syrup
1 Cup roasted, salted peanuts
1 tsp butter
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 tsp baking soda
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Directions:In 1 1/2 qt. casserole stir together the sugar and syrup. Microwave at High 4 minutes.
Stir in peanuts. Microwave at High 3 to 5 minutes, until light brown.
Add butter and vanilla to syrup, blending well. Microwave at High 1 to 2 minutes more. Peanuts will be lightly browned and syrup very hot.
Add baking soda and gently stir until light and foamy.
Quickly pour mixture into a thin layer on lightly greased cookie sheet, or unbuttered non-stick coated cookie sheet. Let cool completely, then break into small pieces and store in air tight container. Makes about 1 pound of brittle.
Alternates:
Pecans or dry roasted cashews can easily be substituted for the peanuts.
Almond Brittle: Substitute 7 oz. dry roasted almonds for peanuts and 1 tsp almond extract for vanilla. Omit butter and add 1 cup shredded coconut with 1 tsp almond extract. |
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Notes: Tip: Brittle placed in attractive tins makes a great gift at Christmas for teachers, family friends, coworkers. etc.
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