GRANDMA'S CHRISTMAS BRITTLE
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
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.
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Asifali Asifali
[email protected]This recipe is a fail. The brittle turned out hard and brittle. I don't recommend it.
adnan shahwani
[email protected]I had some trouble getting the brittle to set properly. I think I might have cooked it for too long.
Bishes
[email protected]This brittle is a little too sweet for my taste, but it's still really good.
Antor Biswas
[email protected]I've never made brittle before, but this recipe made it seem like a breeze. I'm definitely going to be making this again.
Tanzil Islam
[email protected]This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's totally worth it. The brittle is so delicious!
Shaker Khan
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's the best brittle I've ever had.
Md Alaur Rahman
[email protected]This brittle is the perfect gift for friends and family during the holidays.
jasmin mcnary
[email protected]I love that this recipe uses simple ingredients. I always have everything I need on hand to make it.
nandan samant
[email protected]This brittle is so beautiful! It looks like something you would buy in a fancy candy store.
AS Daluwer
[email protected]I was a little hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a very experienced candy maker. But I'm so glad I did! It was surprisingly easy to make and the results were amazing.
treasure chigozie
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times now and it always turns out perfect.
Cindy Lawton
[email protected]I made this brittle for a Christmas party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it.
Gumisiriza Gerald
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of brittle, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so light and airy, and the flavor is out of this world.
Sharmaarke Abdullahi
[email protected]This brittle is so addictive! I can't stop munching on it. It's the perfect balance of sweet and crunchy.
Delvin Davis
[email protected]Grandma's Christmas Brittle is a delightful treat that brings back fond memories of childhood Christmases. The brittle is easy to make and the results are always perfect. I highly recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a festive and delicious ho