Description
Make delicious, crunchy peanut brittle in just 10 minutes using your microwave! This easy recipe is perfect for a quick sweet treat or a homemade gift.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup light corn syrup
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 cup roasted, unsalted peanuts
- 1 teaspoon butter
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (optional)
Instructions
- Combine sugar, corn syrup, and water in a large microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on high for 4 minutes.
- Stir in the peanuts and salt (if using). Microwave for another 4 minutes, stirring halfway through.
- Carefully stir in the butter and baking soda. The mixture will foam up.
- Immediately pour the mixture onto a greased baking sheet or parchment paper. Spread it thinly.
- Let it cool completely, then break into pieces.
Notes
- Make sure your bowl is large enough to accommodate the foaming mixture.
- Work quickly once the baking soda and butter are added.
- Adjust the salt to your preference.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Candy
- Method: Microwave
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ounce
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 1mg