Description
This quick and easy Microwave Peanut Brittle recipe delivers a classic sweet and crunchy treat made with sugar, corn syrup, peanuts, and a hint of vanilla, all prepared effortlessly in the microwave within 15 minutes, perfect for satisfying your candy cravings at home.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 1 cup white sugar
- 1/2 cup light corn syrup
- 1 cup unsalted dry roasted peanuts
- 1 teaspoon butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
Instructions
- Combine sugar and corn syrup: In a microwave-safe bowl, stir together 1 cup white sugar and 1/2 cup light corn syrup until well blended.
- Initial microwave heating: Microwave the mixture on high for 4 minutes to begin dissolving the sugar and creating the base syrup.
- Add peanuts: Stir in 1 cup unsalted dry roasted peanuts evenly into the hot syrup.
- Second microwave heating: Microwave on high for an additional 3 1/2 minutes to roast the peanuts and cook the mixture further.
- Add butter and vanilla: Stir in 1 teaspoon butter and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract to enhance flavor and microwave for 1 1/2 minutes to incorporate.
- Incorporate baking soda: Add 1 teaspoon baking soda and stir vigorously until the mixture becomes light, foamy, and aerated, which helps create the brittle texture.
- Set the brittle: Pour the hot mixture onto a greased baking sheet and spread it out evenly to cool and harden.
- Break and serve: Once cooled and hardened, break into pieces and enjoy your homemade microwave peanut brittle.
Notes
- Use a microwave-safe bowl large enough to prevent overflow as the mixture will bubble while cooking.
- Be careful when handling the hot syrup to avoid burns.
- You can substitute light corn syrup with golden syrup or honey, though texture might vary slightly.
- Store peanut brittle in an airtight container at room temperature to maintain crispness.
- For a nut-free alternative, omit peanuts and consider adding seeds or puffed rice.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Microwaving
- Cuisine: American
