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Microwave Peanut Brittle Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 1 serving (approximately 8-10 pieces)
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Microwaving
  • Cuisine: American

Description

A quick and easy microwave peanut brittle recipe that yields a deliciously crunchy candy with roasted salted peanuts, perfect for a sweet treat made in just 15 minutes.

Ingredients

Ingredients

  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup white corn syrup (Karo)
  • 1 cup roasted, salted peanuts
  • 1 tsp butter
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp baking soda

Instructions

  1. Combine sugar and syrup: In a 1-1/2 quart microwave-safe casserole dish, mix together the sugar and white corn syrup, stirring well to combine the ingredients evenly.
  2. First microwave heating: Microwave the sugar and corn syrup mixture on high for 4 minutes to start melting and cooking the sugars.
  3. Add peanuts: Stir in the roasted salted peanuts thoroughly ensuring they are well coated with the hot syrup mixture.
  4. Second microwave heating: Microwave the mixture on high for an additional 3 to 5 minutes, or until the mixture turns a light brown color, indicating caramelization.
  5. Add butter and vanilla: Stir in the butter and vanilla extract until fully incorporated to enrich the brittle’s flavor and texture.
  6. Third microwave heating: Microwave again on high for 1 to 2 minutes to bring the mixture to the correct temperature and consistency.
  7. Add baking soda: Stir in the baking soda gently; the mixture will foam up and become light and airy, which helps create the characteristic brittle texture.
  8. Pour mixture to set: Pour the foamy brittle mixture onto a lightly greased cookie sheet or parchment paper, spreading it out evenly.
  9. Cool and break: Allow the brittle to cool completely at room temperature until it hardens, then break it into small, bite-sized pieces for serving.

Notes

  • Use a microwave-safe dish large enough to accommodate bubbling mixture.
  • Work carefully when stirring hot sugar mixtures to avoid burns.
  • Let the brittle cool completely before breaking to prevent it from crumbling prematurely.
  • Store brittle in an airtight container to keep it fresh and crunchy.
  • If peanuts are unsalted, you may want to add a pinch of salt to balance sweetness.

Find it online: https://slsrecipes.com/microwave-peanut-brittle-recipe/