Peanut brittle is a classic confection that is enjoyed by people of all ages. This sweet and crunchy treat is made with sugar, corn syrup, peanuts, and butter. Peanut brittle can be made in a variety of ways, but the most popular method is to cook the ingredients together in a saucepan until the mixture reaches a hard crack stage. Once the mixture has reached the desired consistency, it is poured onto a greased baking sheet and allowed to cool. Once the brittle has cooled, it can be broken into pieces and enjoyed. This article provides recipes for two different types of peanut brittle: a traditional recipe and a microwave recipe. The traditional recipe uses a saucepan to cook the ingredients, while the microwave recipe uses a microwave oven. Both recipes are easy to follow and result in a delicious and crunchy peanut brittle.
Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!
MICROWAVE PEANUT BRITTLE
This is a wonderful recipe but you should only make it once a year, because you can't stop eating it.
Provided by Joyce
Categories Desserts Nut Dessert Recipes Peanut Dessert Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 35
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Butter a cookie sheet. Combine sugar and corn syrup in a 2 quart glass bowl and microwave on high 4 minutes. Stir in peanuts and microwave on high 3 1/2 minutes more, then stir in butter and vanilla and microwave for 1 1/2 minutes.
- Stir in baking soda until light and foamy. Pour onto cookie sheet and spread thin. Cool completely and break into pieces and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 61.2 calories, Carbohydrate 10.2 g, Cholesterol 0.3 mg, Fat 2.2 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 73.6 mg, Sugar 7.2 g
1200 WATT MICROWAVE PEANUT BRITTLE
Bravo to Love2Eat's Peanut Brittle in a Jiffy #58383 - it got me started, but with the adjustments for my higher powered microwave and some flavor changes I thought I should write my own recipe. I can not say how much Love2Eat's note about having everything measured out and ready to go was a life saver. I use an 8 cup pyrex measuring bowl with a handle as this mixture bubbles up and gets very hot (bowl gets very hot too) - it is MOLTEN SUGAR- if your work area is not right next to your sink - have a bowl of ice water in case of burns. THIS RECIPE IS FOR A 1200 WATT MICROWAVE. Oh yeah, I sorta faked it on how many this will serve - it is habit forming.
Provided by Sandy in Dayton
Categories Candy
Time 16m
Yield 1 1/4 pounds, 18 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Line a baking/cookie sheet with foil or parchment paper and spray with cooking spray or grease with butter.
- Put 1 tablespoon molasses in a ½ cup measuring cup and then fill with corn syrup (spray cup with cooking spray first, so corn syrup will come out easier).
- Put corn syrup mixture and white sugar in an eight cup bowl and mix well then microwave on high for 2 minutes, remove and stir and then microwave for 1 more minute.
- Remove from microwave and add peanuts, stir into bubbling sugar mixture and microwave for 2 minutes.
- Remove from microwave and then stir in butter and vanilla and microwave for 1 minute.
- Remove from microwave and quickly stir in baking soda - it will get somewhat white and foamy - spread out onto baking sheet - you can let it cool at room temperature or cool in the fridge. Put mixing bowl cup in sink under hot running water to aid in cleanup.
- * I add the molasses because it gives the brittle a beautiful color - it is not required to make the recipe - if you don't want to use it, just use a full ½ cup of corn syrup. Watch out with sampling - this stuff is habit forming - if you want to bump it up a notch - add 1 teaspoon cinnamon to sugars at begining (my daughter and I like) or if you really want to kick up it up - add the cinnamon and 1/3 teaspoon caynne pepper - hot stuff. I love the sweet and spicy.
EASY MICROWAVE PEANUT BRITTLE
Super easy to make and tastes great. No need for a candy thermometer!
Provided by Amy B
Categories Desserts Nut Dessert Recipes Peanut Dessert Recipes
Time 18m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Spray a baking sheet and a wooden spoon with cooking spray.
- Mix sugar and corn syrup together in a microwaveable bowl safe for high temperatures.
- Heat sugar mixture in microwave on high for 5 minutes.
- Stir peanuts and butter into sugar mixture. Heat in microwave until mixture becomes a caramel color, 3 to 4 minutes.
- Mix baking soda and vanilla extract into syrup until smooth and foam has dissipated. Spread candy onto the prepared baking sheet using the sprayed wooden spoon. Work quickly; candy hardens fast. Let stand until cool. Break into pieces to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 439.3 calories, Carbohydrate 62.3 g, Cholesterol 5.1 mg, Fat 20.1 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 8.7 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 537.1 mg, Sugar 42.2 g
MICROWAVE PEANUT BRITTLE
Provided by Amy D. Lawley
Categories Candy Microwave Nut Dessert Kid-Friendly Peanut Bon Appétit Small Plates
Yield Makes about 1 pound
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Butter large baking sheet. In microwave-proof bowl, combine peanuts, sugar, corn syrup and salt. Microwave on High until mixture bubbles vigorously, about 6 minutes. Remove mixture from microwave and stir in butter and vanilla. Return to microwave and cook on High until candy turns light gold color, about 3 minutes. Remove bowl from microwave. Working quickly, add baking soda to candy mixture and stir briskly (mixture will foam up). Immediately pour out onto prepared baking sheet. Shake baking sheet from side to side to spread brittle as thinly as possible. Let stand until cold and hard, about 2 hours. Break brittle into pieces. Store in airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 month.
BEST EVER MICROWAVE PEANUT BRITTLE
Note your microwave needs to be 750 to 950 watt. If your microwave is higher need to lower your cooking times and if your microwave is less you will need to increase your cooking time. I'm sorry I did not update this sooner.
Provided by Joyce Heddin
Categories Candy
Time 19m
Yield 1 pound, 12-20 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Mix sugar and corn syrup together and cook on high for 4 minutes.
- Add peanuts mix well and cook on high for 3 minutes.
- Add butter and vanilla and cook on high for 2 minutes.
- Add baking soda and mix well, mixture will foam.
- Spread on well butter foil.
- when completely cooled break in to pieces.
- Store in air tight container.
- NOTE: Any type of nut can be used in place of the peanuts.
MICROWAVE OVEN PEANUT BRITTLE
I have used this for years and it is very good; much easier than the traditional method and tastes just as good.
Provided by Linda C.
Categories Desserts Nut Dessert Recipes Peanut Dessert Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Grease a baking sheet, and set aside. In a glass bowl, combine peanuts, sugar, corn syrup, and salt. Cook in microwave for 6 to 7 minutes on High (700 W); mixture should be bubbly and peanuts browned. Stir in butter and vanilla; cook 2 to 3 minutes longer.
- Quickly stir in baking soda, just until mixture is foamy. Pour immediately onto greased baking sheet. Let cool 15 minutes, or until set. Break into pieces, and store in an airtight container.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 164.6 calories, Carbohydrate 23.3 g, Cholesterol 1.9 mg, Fat 7.5 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 3.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 91 mg, Sugar 15.8 g
Tips:
- Use a candy thermometer to ensure the sugar syrup reaches the correct temperature. This will help prevent the brittle from becoming too hard or too soft.
- Line the baking sheet with parchment paper to make cleanup easier.
- Work quickly when stirring in the peanuts and baking soda. The mixture will start to harden quickly, so it's important to get it spread out on the baking sheet before it becomes too thick.
- Let the brittle cool completely before breaking it into pieces. This will help prevent it from crumbling.
- Store the brittle in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.
Conclusion:
Making peanut brittle in the microwave is a quick and easy way to enjoy this classic candy. With just a few simple ingredients and a few minutes of your time, you can have a delicious batch of peanut brittle that's perfect for snacking or sharing. So next time you're looking for a sweet treat, give this microwave peanut brittle recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!
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