Indulge in the delightful symphony of flavors and textures with our collection of chocolate-covered peanut brittle recipes. These delectable treats combine the irresistible crunch of peanut brittle with the velvety smoothness of chocolate, creating a harmonious balance that tantalizes the taste buds. From classic milk chocolate to decadent dark chocolate, and even a touch of white chocolate, these recipes offer a variety of options to satisfy every chocolate lover's craving. Whether you prefer a simple coating of chocolate or a more elaborate decoration, our recipes provide step-by-step instructions and helpful tips to ensure your peanut brittle creations turn out perfectly. Get ready to embark on a sweet and satisfying journey as you explore our curated collection of chocolate-covered peanut brittle recipes.
Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!
CHOCOLATE BRITTLE SURPRISE
Like chocolate-covered toffee! Disappears like magic! Great for holiday parties, gifts!
Provided by ShanaLee
Categories Desserts Cookies Chocolate Cookie Recipes
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (180 degrees C). Cover cookie sheet with foil. Spray foil with cooking oil spray.
- Place crackers on foil in 5 x 7 inch rows.
- Microwave butter on high for 2 minutes. Add brown sugar and stir. Microwave on high for 2 more minutes, stirring every 30 seconds.
- Pour over crackers. Bake 17 - 20 minutes (should bubble but not burn).
- Sprinkle chocolate chips over hot crackers. Spread after 2 minutes (chips have softened). Sprinkle nuts on top.
- Refrigerate 1 hour. Break into pieces. Can be frozen.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 440.2 calories, Carbohydrate 43.2 g, Cholesterol 40.7 mg, Fat 31.3 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 15.5 g, Sodium 184.2 mg, Sugar 33.4 g
CHOCOLATE PEANUT BRITTLE
This is a traditional peanut brittle recipe only with cocoa mixed in it for a rich chocolate taste 8)
Provided by OceanIvy
Categories Candy
Time 30m
Yield 1 sheet
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Lightly butter cookie sheet and set aside for now.
- In small bowl, stir the cocoa and baking soda, then the butter; set aside.
- In heavy 2 quart saucepan, combine sugar, corn syrup and whipping cream, stirring to combine.
- Cook over medium heat. Keep stirring until sugar is dissolved.
- Stir in the peanuts and continue cooking, stirring frequently, until mixture reaches 300° or when syrup dropped into very cold water separates to threads that are hard and brittle (of course, make sure the bulb on the candy thermometer is not resting on bottom of the pan when used).
- Remove from heat and stir in cocoa mixture.
- Immediately pour onto the buttered cookie sheet.
- With tongs or wooden spoons, quickly spread and pull into a 1/4-inch thickness.
- Put cookie sheet on a wire rack to cool completely.
- When the brittle is cool, break into pieces.
PEANUT BRITTLE
Provided by Trisha Yearwood
Time 1h
Yield 3 pounds
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Measure the vanilla into a small bowl and set aside. Combine the baking soda and salt in another small bowl and set aside. Butter 1 cookie sheet with sides or jelly roll pan liberally with 1/2 stick of the butter. Set aside.
- Combine the sugar, corn syrup and 1/2 cup water in a large saucepan. Bring the mixture to a boil, attach a candy thermometer and cook over medium-high heat until the syrup spins a thread when poured from a spoon or reaches 240 degrees F on the thermometer. Stir in the peanuts and continue cooking and stirring until the candy becomes golden brown or reaches 300 degrees F.
- Remove from the heat immediately and quickly add the remaining 1 stick butter and the vanilla, baking soda and salt. Stir only until the butter melts, and then quickly pour the brittle onto the cookie sheet, spreading the mixture thinly. When the brittle has completely cooled, break the candy into pieces and store in a tightly covered container.
CHOCOLATE PEANUT BRITTLE
Our home economists prepare this brittle in the microwave. So it's easy enough for anyone to make!
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 20m
Yield about 1-1/4 pounds.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Grease a 15x10x1-in. pan and a metal spatula; set aside. , In a 2-qt. microwave-safe bowl, combine sugar and corn syrup. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 4 minutes; stir. Cook 3 minutes longer. Stir in peanuts and butter. Microwave for 30-60 seconds or until mixture turns a light amber color (mixture will be very hot)., Quickly stir in cocoa, baking soda and vanilla until combined. Immediately pour into prepared pan; spread with the metal spatula. Cool before breaking into pieces. Store in an airtight container.
Nutrition Facts :
ALEXANDER'S CHOCOLATE-COVERED PEANUTS
This recipe makes 28 amazingly sweet and crunchy clusters of delicious chocolate-covered peanuts!
Provided by Alexander Petrie
Categories Desserts Nut Dessert Recipes Peanut Dessert Recipes
Time 1h17m
Yield 28
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Place almond bark in a slow cooker. Stir occasionally on High until mostly melted, about 2 minutes. Reduce heat to Low. Stir in chocolate chips until mixture is completely dark, about 30 seconds. Add peanuts.
- Drop a spoonful of the peanut clusters onto a parchment paper-lined countertop to test if they are thick and chunky. Mix in more peanuts and chocolate chips if the mixture is too loose and runny.
- Line 4 to 5 baking sheets with parchment paper. Lay spoonfuls of the peanut clusters on top using a melon baller. Allow to harden, about 1 hour.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 285.7 calories, Carbohydrate 21.2 g, Fat 22.8 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 7.7 g, SaturatedFat 7.8 g, Sodium 199.4 mg, Sugar 7.9 g
SWEET PEANUT BRITTLE
If the five-star rating didn't convince you to make this peanut brittle, how about this: Our Sweet Peanut Brittle recipe only takes 5 minutes of prep time.
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Recipes
Time 50m
Yield 1-1/2 lb. or 16 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Spray large baking sheet with cooking spray. Microwave sugar and corn syrup in large glass microwaveable bowl on HIGH 5 min. Stir in butter and peanuts. Microwave 3 to 4 min. or until pale golden brown. Stir in baking soda and vanilla. (Mixture will foam.) Spread onto prepared baking sheet. Cool completely. Break into pieces.
- Microwave chocolate in 1-cup glass measuring cup on HIGH 1 to 2 min. or until chocolate is melted when stirred. Add peanut butter; stir until melted. Dip half of each candy piece in chocolate mixture; scrape bottom against edge of cup to remove excess chocolate. Place on sheet of foil or waxed paper. Refrigerate 20 min. or until chocolate is firm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 250, Fat 14 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Sodium 180 mg, Carbohydrate 28 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 22 g, Protein 6 g
Tips:
- To make the brittle, you'll need a candy thermometer to ensure that the sugar syrup reaches the correct temperature.
- Use a heavy saucepan for making the brittle, as it will help to evenly distribute the heat.
- Be careful when pouring the hot brittle onto the baking sheet, as it can cause burns.
- Let the brittle cool completely before breaking it into pieces.
- For the chocolate coating, use a high-quality chocolate that melts smoothly.
- If you don't have a double boiler, you can melt the chocolate in a heatproof bowl set over a saucepan of simmering water.
- Be sure to stir the chocolate constantly while melting to prevent it from scorching.
- Dip the brittle pieces in the melted chocolate and place them on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet.
- Refrigerate the chocolate-covered brittle until the chocolate has set.
Conclusion:
Chocolate-covered peanut brittle is a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. With its combination of sweet, salty, and crunchy textures, it's sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a sweet treat to make, give this chocolate-covered peanut brittle recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!
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