ALOHA BRITTLE
A vacation to Hawaii inspired me to create this mouthwatering brittle. Coconuts, macadamia nuts and pecans make my tropical-tasting recipe deliciously different.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 20m
Yield 1 pound (16 servings).
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Butter a large baking sheet with 1 teaspoon butter. Sprinkle coconut in a 12-in. circle on the prepared pan. In a large heavy saucepan, combine sugar and corn syrup. Cook over medium heat until a candy thermometer reads 240° (soft-ball stage), stirring constantly. Stir in the macadamia nuts, pecans and remaining butter; cook and stir until the mixture reads 300° (hard-crack stage)., Combine the baking soda, water and vanilla. Remove saucepan from the heat; stir in the baking soda mixture. Quickly pour over the coconut. Cool before breaking into pieces. Store in an airtight container with waxed paper between layers.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 164 calories, Fat 9g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 119mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (19g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.
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Izaz Mahammud
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Bos Dis Kit
[email protected]The brittle was a little too thick for my taste. I think I'll try rolling it out thinner next time.
ODEASHA TYNES-PIERRE
[email protected]This brittle is a great gift idea. I made a batch for my friends and family and they all loved it. I will definitely be making this again for Christmas presents!
Nermen El-Sherif
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Khalil Farid
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly, but my brittle turned out too hard. I think I'll try cooking it for less time next time.
Lynette Lewis
[email protected]This brittle is so addictive! I can't stop eating it. I love the combination of pineapple and macadamia nuts. I will definitely be making this again soon!
Bukenya Molly's
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Stephen Grover
[email protected]The directions are very clear and easy to follow. This is a great recipe for beginner candy makers.
Danielle Swopes
[email protected]This brittle is the perfect balance of sweet and tangy. I love the way the pineapple flavor comes through. I will definitely be making this again!
Demetria Jones
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Orishe Amone
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FREAK HERE
[email protected]I've tried a lot of brittle recipes and this one is by far my favorite. The pineapple flavor is subtle and sweet, and the macadamia nuts add a nice crunch. I will definitely be making this again!
MD SHARIFUL ISLAM RAJ
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Smiling Noor
[email protected]I had some extra macadamia nuts lying around so I threw them in. I think the flavor complements the pineapple really well. Aloha!
Bridget Dominguez
[email protected]This brittle is SO good! I've never made candy before and I was amazed by how easy it was to follow this recipe. I think I've found my new favorite thing to make for parties!