My mother made this candy for years using several kinds of nuts. Then I was married and my husband raised sunflowers, so it seemed natural to use those. People always comment on the unique delicious taste.-Trish Gehlhar, Ypsilanti, North Dakota
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 35m
Yield about 1-1/2 pounds.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Butter the sides of a large heavy saucepan. Add sugar, corn syrup and water; bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Cook and stir over medium-low heat until a candy thermometer reads 260° (hard-ball stage). Stir in sunflower kernels and butter. Cook on medium to 300° (hard-crack stage). Remove from the heat; vigorously stir in vanilla and baking soda. , Pour into a buttered 15x10x1-in. pan; spread evenly to fill pan. Cool completely. Break into pieces. Store in an airtight container with waxed paper between layers.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 308 calories, Fat 9g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 148mg sodium, Carbohydrate 58g carbohydrate (47g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
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Shawn Smart
s-smart@gmail.comThis is the best sunflower brittle I've ever had. It's so delicious and addictive. I can't stop eating it!
Eunice Kyalo
e_kyalo86@yahoo.comThis brittle is amazing! It's so easy to make and it's the perfect treat to enjoy with a cup of coffee or tea. I'll definitely be making this again and again.
Md Kaium
mdkaium@yahoo.comI was looking for a new sunflower brittle recipe and I'm so glad I found this one. The brittle turned out so well and it's the perfect balance of sweet and salty. I'll definitely be making this again.
Daniel Silva
silva-daniel@yahoo.comThis is the perfect recipe for a quick and easy snack. The brittle is so easy to make and it's always a hit with my friends and family.
Ashtin Nunnery
n.a@yahoo.comI followed the recipe exactly and the brittle turned out perfectly. It was a little tricky to get the sugar mixture to the right consistency, but it was worth it. The brittle is so delicious and addictive.
luz quintero
lq78@yahoo.comThis brittle is delicious! I love the combination of flavors and textures. It's the perfect treat to enjoy with a cup of coffee or tea.
Krishna Gupta
gupta-krishna@hotmail.comI was a little skeptical about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I tried it. The brittle turned out so well and it's the perfect snack to have on hand. Thanks for sharing!
Emely Hernandez
h.e64@gmail.comThis is the best sunflower brittle recipe I've ever tried. It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfectly. I love the way the sunflower seeds add a little bit of crunch.
Hamid Soomro
s.hamid@gmail.comI followed the recipe exactly and the brittle turned out great. It was a little too sweet for my taste, but that's just personal preference. Overall, I'm really happy with how it turned out.
Gage Lyons
gage_l42@gmail.comThis recipe is a keeper! The brittle turned out perfectly and it was so delicious. I'll definitely be making it again soon.
Barathi Sekar
s@hotmail.frI've made this brittle several times now and it's always a hit. It's so addictive and I can never stop eating it. Definitely recommend giving it a try!
Steve JIBS
s.jibs@gmail.comThis sunflower brittle is amazing! It's so easy to make and it's the perfect snack. I love the combination of sweet and salty, and the sunflower seeds add a great crunch.