Description
This peanut brittle is a delightful mix of toasted peanuts and sweet syrup. With simple ingredients and an easy preparation, it’s a perfect homemade treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup white sugar
- 1/2 cup light corn syrup
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup plain unroasted peanuts
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
Instructions
- Prepare your workspace by lining a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Combine sugar, corn syrup, water, and salt in a saucepan and bring to a boil.
- Add peanuts and stir until they reach 300-310°F (hard crack stage).
- Remove from heat, stir in butter and baking soda until bubbly.
- Pour mixture onto the baking sheet and spread flat.
- Let cool for at least 30 minutes before breaking into pieces.
Notes
Use a candy thermometer to accurately check temperature stages.
Store in an airtight container for up to two weeks at room temperature.
For longer shelf life, refrigerate for up to a month or freeze for three months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 oz
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 5mg