Best 4 Peanut Brittle Easy Microwave Recipes

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Craving something crunchy, nutty, and sweet? Look no further than peanut brittle, a classic confection that's easy to make at home. This delicious treat is made with just a few simple ingredients: sugar, corn syrup, butter, peanuts, and baking soda. The result is a brittle that's golden brown and has a delightful crunch. In this article, we'll share two recipes for peanut brittle: a traditional stovetop recipe and a quick and easy microwave recipe. Both recipes are simple to follow and will yield delicious results. So gather your ingredients and let's get started!

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

EASY NO-FAIL MICROWAVE PEANUT BRITTLE



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I have been making this since microwaves first came out, it's so easy and really a no-fail recipe, you may use other kinds of nuts if desired --- *warning* this is very habit-forming :)

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Candy

Time 13m

Yield 1 pound

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup sugar
1/2 cup corn syrup
1 1/2 cups dry roasted salted peanuts (use dry roasted peanuts only!)
1 tablespoon butter
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla
1/2 teaspoon maple extract or 2 teaspoons vanilla
1 teaspoon baking soda

Steps:

  • Combine sugar and corn syrup in a 3-qt heat-resistant plastic microsafe bowl.
  • Microwave on high for 5 minutes.
  • Stir in peanuts; microwave on high for 2-3 mins longer, or until peanuts and syrup are lightly browned.
  • Add butter, vanilla and baking soda.
  • Mix until light and foamy (be careful, syrup is HOT!).
  • Pour quickly onto a buttered cookie sheet, and spread to desired thickness.
  • When cool, break into pieces.

QUICK AND EASY PEANUT BRITTLE (MICROWAVE)



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I'll bet I made this 30 times last year during the Holidays, It is the best Peanut Brittle I have ever tasted!! and so easy, great to give as a kitchen gift. I get all of my ingredients together before I start so that it doesn't have a chance to cool before I mix in the baking soda.

Provided by Gail Herbest

Categories     Candies

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/2 c peanuts, salted and without skins
1 c white sugar
1/2 c light corn syrup
1 pinch of salt
1 Tbsp butter
1 tsp vanilla
1 tsp baking soda

Steps:

  • 1. grease Teflon cookie sheet with butter.
  • 2. In glass microwavable bowl combine peanuts. sugar.corn syrup and salt
  • 3. microwave on hi for 6-7 minutes, I microwave for 3 then give it a quick stir and then microwave for another 3 minutes
  • 4. stir in butter and vanilla, and return to microwave for another 2 minutes,
  • 5. Remove from micro wave and quickly stir in baking soda, mixture will look slightly foamy. Pour on to prepared cookie sheet and spread quickly with the back of the spoon. cool and break into pieces.

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!

Tips:

  • Use a microwave-safe bowl that is large enough to accommodate the mixture without overflowing.
  • Be careful not to overcook the mixture, as this will result in a brittle that is too hard.
  • If you want a softer brittle, add a little more butter or corn syrup.
  • For a crunchier brittle, add a little more sugar.
  • To make a peanut-free brittle, substitute another type of nut, such as almonds or walnuts.
  • To store the brittle, place it in an airtight container in a cool, dry place.

Conclusion:

Peanut brittle is a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. With just a few simple ingredients and a microwave, you can create a batch of brittle that is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy dessert, give peanut brittle a try!

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