Best 4 Easy No Fail Microwave Peanut Brittle Recipes

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**Peanut brittle is a classic candy treat that is perfect for any occasion. It's sweet, crunchy, and full of peanut flavor. This easy no-fail microwave peanut brittle recipe is the perfect way to satisfy your sweet tooth without any hassle. The recipe uses simple ingredients that you probably already have on hand, and it takes just minutes to make. And if you're feeling adventurous, there are also several variations included in the article, so you can customize your peanut brittle to your liking.**

**The first recipe is the classic peanut brittle recipe. This recipe uses sugar, corn syrup, butter, baking soda, vanilla extract, and peanuts. The second recipe is a chocolate peanut brittle recipe. This recipe adds chocolate chips to the classic recipe for a rich and decadent treat. The third recipe is a peanut butter peanut brittle recipe. This recipe uses peanut butter instead of peanuts for a creamy and nutty flavor. The fourth recipe is a spicy peanut brittle recipe. This recipe adds cayenne pepper to the classic recipe for a little kick of heat. And the fifth recipe is a bacon peanut brittle recipe. This recipe adds bacon bits to the classic recipe for a salty and savory treat.**

**No matter which recipe you choose, you're sure to enjoy this delicious and easy peanut brittle. So what are you waiting for? Give it a try today!**

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

EASY MICROWAVE PEANUT BRITTLE



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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

cooking spray
1 cup white sugar
½ cup light corn syrup
1 ½ cups peanuts, or more to taste
1 tablespoon butter
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

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

GRANDMA'S CHRISTMAS BRITTLE



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Whenever my grandmother was in the kitchen, everything had to be "just so" to guarantee her time-tested results. Watching her make this brittle is one of my favorite memories, and I'm glad I can pass on this delicious recipe.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield about 2-1/2 pounds.

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 cups sugar
1/2 cup light corn syrup
1 cup water
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1 teaspoon salt
1 jar (16 ounces) unsalted dry roasted peanuts
1-1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon water
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Grease two baking sheets and keep warm in a 200° oven. In a large saucepan, combine the sugar, corn syrup and 1 cup water. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until a candy thermometer reaches 240° (soft-ball stage). Stir in butter, salt and peanuts. Continue heating, stirring constantly, until the mixture reaches 300°., Meanwhile, combine the baking soda, 1 teaspoon water and vanilla. Remove saucepan from the heat. Stir in baking soda mixture. Quickly pour half the mixture over each baking sheet. Spread with a buttered metal spatula to a 1/4-in. thickness. Cool. Break into pieces. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 292 calories, Fat 14g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 247mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (34g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

PEANUT BRITTLE (EASY - MICROWAVE)



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This is a fabulous Peanut Brittle recipe a friend of mine ran across. It takes only a few minutes to make and even fewer to be cleared from the serving tray!

Provided by Holly Roeder

Categories     Candies

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 c peanuts, raw
1 c sugar
1/2 c light corn syrup
1/8 tsp salt
1 Tbsp butter
1 tsp vanilla
1 tsp baking soda

Steps:

  • 1. Combine Peanuts, sugar, syrup and salt in a 2 quart microwaveable bowl.
  • 2. Cook on high in microwave for 8 minutes, stopping to stir half-way through
  • 3. Add butter and Vanilla, mix well
  • 4. Cook for 2 additional minutes
  • 5. add baking soda and stir quickly until light and foamy
  • 6. spread into a well buttered baking sheet
  • 7. Cool and break into pieces, serve!

MICROWAVE PEANUT BRITTLE



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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

1 cup white sugar
½ cup light corn syrup
1 cup salted peanuts
1 teaspoon butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon baking soda

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

Tips:

  • Use a microwave-safe bowl that is large enough to accommodate the mixture without splattering.
  • Stir the mixture every 30 seconds or so to prevent it from burning.
  • Be careful not to overcook the mixture, as it can quickly go from brittle to burnt.
  • If you are using a candy thermometer, remove the mixture from the microwave when it reaches 300 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Pour the mixture onto a greased baking sheet and let it cool completely before breaking it into pieces.

Conclusion:

Making peanut brittle in the microwave is a quick and easy way to satisfy your sweet tooth. With just a few simple ingredients and a few minutes of your time, you can have a delicious and crunchy treat that is perfect for snacking or giving as gifts. So next time you are craving something sweet, give this microwave peanut brittle recipe a try!

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