Best 2 Chile Macadamia Brittle Recipes

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Indulge your sweet cravings with our tantalizing Chile Macadamia Brittle, a symphony of flavors and textures that will delight your taste buds. This delectable treat combines the subtle heat of chile peppers with the buttery richness of macadamia nuts, all enveloped in a crisp and golden brittle. But that's not all, this article also presents a collection of equally enticing brittle recipes that will satisfy any sweet tooth. From the classic Peanut Brittle to the unique Bacon Brittle and the irresistible Chocolate Almond Brittle, each recipe promises a distinctive flavor profile and a satisfying crunch. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, these recipes provide easy-to-follow instructions, ensuring a successful brittle-making experience. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey of sweet sensations with our Chile Macadamia Brittle and the accompanying brittle recipes.

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TROPICAL FRUIT SPLITS WITH RUM SAUCE AND CHILE-MACADAMIA BRITTLE



Tropical Fruit Splits with Rum Sauce and Chile-Macadamia Brittle image

Categories     Rum     Fruit     Dessert     Picnic     Macadamia Nut     Summer     Grill/Barbecue     Gourmet     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

For sauce
1/2 cup dark rum
1/4 cup boiling-hot water
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 cups sugar
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
For grilled fruit
1 firm-ripe mango, peeled
1 papaya, peeled, halved, and seeded
1/2 fresh pineapple, peeled and cored
12 small ripe finger bananas or 6 small regular bananas
1 tablespoon chili powder
Chile-macadamia brittle
3 pints premium vanilla ice cream
Garnish: toasted fresh coconut shavings or toasted sweetened flaked coconut

Steps:

  • Make sauce:
  • Stir together rum, boiling-hot water, and vanilla. Cook sugar in a 3-quart heavy saucepan over moderately low heat, stirring slowly with a fork, until melted and pale golden. Cook caramel without stirring, swirling pan, until deep golden. Remove pan from heat and carefully stir in rum mixture (caramel will harden and steam vigorously). (Pan is removed from the flame to prevent alcohol from igniting. If it does ignite, simply allow flames to burn out on their own.) Simmer sauce until smooth. Remove pan from heat and when bubbling subsides stir in butter. Cool sauce to room temperature.
  • Grill fruit:
  • Prepare grill for cooking. Standing mango upright, cut 1 lengthwise slice from each broad side of mango (be careful because peeled mango is slippery) and discard pit.
  • Cut each papaya half lengthwise into thirds.
  • Standing pineapple upright, cut lengthwise into 1/2-inch-thick slices.
  • Halve bananas lengthwise. Sprinkle all fruit lightly on 1 side with chili powder.
  • Grill fruit on a well-oiled rack set 5 to 6 inches over glowing coals until grill marks form, about 1 minute. Turn fruit over and grill 1 minute more. Transfer to a cutting board and slice into decorative pieces.
  • Coarsely chop three fourths of brittle, reserving remainder for garnish.
  • Put 3 scoops ice cream into each of 8 dishes and top with grilled fruit and sauce. Sprinkle splits with chopped brittle and garnish with larger pieces of brittle and coconut.

CHILE-MACADAMIA BRITTLE



Chile-Macadamia Brittle image

Categories     Nut     Dessert     Bake     Macadamia Nut     Hot Pepper     Vegan     Gourmet     Kidney Friendly     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

1/2 cup coarsely chopped salted macadamia nuts (2 oz)
1 cup sugar
1/2 cup water
1 teaspoon dried hot red pepper flakes

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 250°F. Lightly oil a large sheet of foil on a baking sheet, then warm in oven.
  • Shake nuts in a coarse sieve to remove any nut powder (this will create a clearer brittle).
  • Cook sugar and water in a deep 2-quart heavy saucepan over moderately low heat, stirring slowly with a fork, until melted and pale golden. Cook caramel without stirring, swirling pan, until golden. Immediately stir in red pepper flakes and nuts and cook, stirring, until nuts are golden, about 1 minute. Quickly pour onto foil, tilting baking sheet to spread brittle evenly before it hardens. (If caramel hardens too fast, put in a 400°F oven until warm enough to spread, 1 to 2 minutes.) Cool brittle on baking sheet on a rack until completely hardened, then break into large pieces.

Tips:

  • Use fresh macadamia nuts for the best flavor. If you can't find fresh macadamia nuts, you can use roasted macadamia nuts, but they won't have the same flavor.
  • Be careful not to overcook the sugar syrup. If the syrup gets too dark, it will taste burnt.
  • Use a candy thermometer to make sure the sugar syrup reaches the correct temperature. This will help to ensure that the brittle is the right consistency.
  • Pour the brittle onto a lightly oiled baking sheet. This will help to prevent it from sticking.
  • Let the brittle cool completely before breaking it into pieces. This will help to prevent it from crumbling.

Conclusion:

Chile macadamia brittle is a delicious and easy-to-make treat. It's the perfect snack for a party or a gift for a friend. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a delicious and unique brittle that everyone will love.

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