Indulge in the delightful crunch and festive flavors of homemade Peppermint Brittle, a classic holiday treat that adds a touch of minty magic to your celebrations. This delectable confection is made with a simple combination of sugar, corn syrup, water, peppermint extract, and crushed candy canes, resulting in a brittle that's both visually appealing and bursting with refreshing peppermint flavor. With a few easy steps and a little patience, you can create this holiday favorite in the comfort of your own kitchen, filling your home with the sweet aroma of peppermint and creating a batch of brittle that's perfect for gifting, party favors, or enjoying as a sweet treat all season long.
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PEPPERMINT BRITTLE
A Christmastime treat! This holiday confection is gobbled up quickly by guests, and it is so easy to make. The cool crunch of peppermint with creamy white chocolate is a divine combination.
Provided by Honda
Categories Desserts Candy Recipes Mints
Time 1h10m
Yield 36
Number Of Ingredients 2
Steps:
- Line a large jellyroll pan with heavy-duty foil.
- Place white chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat in microwave on medium setting for 5 to 6 minutes. Stir occasionally, until chocolate is melted and smooth.
- Place candy canes in a plastic bag, or between two pieces of waxed paper. Using a mallet or rolling pin, break the candy canes into chunks. Stir peppermint into melted white chocolate. Spread evenly in pan, and chill until set, about 1 hour. Break into pieces by slamming pan on counter.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 158.8 calories, Carbohydrate 18.3 g, Cholesterol 5.3 mg, Fat 8.9 g, Protein 1.8 g, SaturatedFat 5.3 g, Sodium 28.3 mg, Sugar 16.9 g
PEPPERMINT BRITTLE
OMG! Two ingredients! How easy is this? I found this recipe on the www.recipe4living.com website. It is listed as one of their Top 10 Recipes to use up those leftover candy canes! "A Christmastime treat! This holiday confection is gobbled up quickly by guests, and it is so easy to make. The cool crunch of peppermint with creamy white chocolate is a divine combination."
Provided by senseicheryl
Categories < 4 Hours
Time 1h10m
Yield 1 jelly roll pan
Number Of Ingredients 2
Steps:
- Line a large jellyroll pan with heavy-duty foil.
- Place white chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat in microwave on medium setting for 5-6 minutes. Stir occasionally, until chocolate is melted and smooth.
- Place candy canes in a plastic bag, or between two pieces of waxed paper. Using a mallet or rolling pin, break the candy canes into chunks.
- Stir peppermint into melted white chocolate. Spread evenly in pan, and chill until set, about 1 hour.
- Break into pieces by slamming pan on counter.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 4886.9, Fat 290.9, SaturatedFat 176, Cholesterol 126.9, Sodium 816, Carbohydrate 537.1, Sugar 535.7, Protein 53.2
Tips:
- Prepare your workspace: Make sure you have a clean surface and all the necessary tools and ingredients before you start.
- Use a heavy-bottomed saucepan: This will help distribute the heat evenly and prevent scorching.
- Be patient: The sugar mixture will take some time to reach the right temperature. Don't rush it or you'll end up with crystallized sugar.
- Add the peppermint extract at the end: This will help preserve the flavor.
- Work quickly: Once the sugar mixture is ready, you need to work quickly to pour it out and shape it before it hardens.
- Let the brittle cool completely: This will help it harden and become brittle.
Conclusion:
Peppermint brittle is a delicious and festive treat that's perfect for the holidays. With its sweet and minty flavor, it's sure to be a hit with everyone. So next time you're looking for a special treat, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!
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