Best 2 Slow Cooker Peanut Brittle Candy Recipes
Peanut brittle is a classic candy that is easy to make at home. This recipe uses a slow cooker, which makes it even easier. The slow cooker does all the work, so you can relax and enjoy the delicious results. This recipe uses simple ingredients that you probably already have on hand. You'll need sugar, corn syrup, butter, peanuts, and vanilla extract. The recipe also includes instructions for making a chocolate peanut brittle variation. If you're looking for a sweet and crunchy treat, this peanut brittle is the perfect recipe for you.
This recipe is also great for gift-giving. You can package the peanut brittle in small bags or boxes and give them to friends and family. Peanut brittle is a timeless candy that everyone will enjoy.
SLOW COOKER PEANUT 'BRITTLE' CANDY RECIPE - (4.3/5)
Provided by Susan52
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- I used my 6 quart Smart Set crockpot for this. I like the Smart Set because I can set it for 30 minute intervals and it will beep for me when the 30 minutes is done. And I seem to need the beeps, because I tend to wander off if I find something shiny. Drop the 4 tablespoons of butter into your crockpot. Add the sugar and the corn syrup on top of the butter. Pour in the vanilla. Cover your crockpot and turn to high for one hour. Line 2 cookie sheets with parchment paper or release foil. After an hour, stir well to mix everything around. Add the baking soda. It will sizzle and make fun noises. Your sugar mixture will be kind of milky-yellow and the sugar might still look granulated. Cover again and cook on high for another 30 minutes. Check and stir in nuts. Cover and cook again for another 15-30 minutes, or until the sugar mixture is brown and looks the color of peanut brittle. Or a payday candy bar. Then, USING OVEN MITTS, carefully (CAREFULLY! seriously---use the oven mitts) pour half of the pot onto each cookie sheet and spread out with a spatula. It will be lumpy. that's because there are nuts. Let cool at room temperature for about an hour, then tear into pieces.
SLOW COOKER PEANUT 'NOT BRITTLE' CANDY
I got this from Stephanie from A Year of Slow Cooking. I made some really good candy the other day,with all of the ingredients you would use to make peanut brittle. But the crockpot doesn't really get hot enough to make peanut brittle,so you get this awesome chewy fudgey peanut wonderfulness which is a lot like a Payday candy...
Provided by LINDA BAILEY
Categories Nuts
Time 2h15m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- 1. Drop the 4 tablespoons of butter into your crockpot. Add the sugar and the corn syrup on top of the butter. Pour in the vanilla. Cover your crockpot and turn to high for one hour. Line 2 cookie sheets with parchment paper or release foil. After an hour,stir well to mix everything around.
- 2. Add the baking soda. It will sizzle and make fun noises. Your sugar mixture will be kind of milky yellow and the sugar might still look granulated. Cover again and cook on high for another 30 minutes. Check and stir in nuts. Cover and cook again for another 15-30 minutes.
- 3. Or until the sugar mixture is brown and looks the color of peanut brittle. Or a payday candy bar nugent. Using oven mitts,carefully pour half of the pot onto each cookie sheet and spread out with a spatula. It will be lumpy because of the nuts. Let cool at room temperature for about an hour. Then tear into pieces.
Tips:
- Use a digital candy thermometer to accurately measure the temperature of the peanut brittle. This will ensure that it reaches the correct stage for a crisp and brittle texture.
- Line the baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat to prevent the peanut brittle from sticking.
- Stir the peanut brittle mixture continuously while it is cooking to prevent it from burning.
- Be careful when pouring the hot peanut brittle onto the baking sheet. It is very hot and can cause burns.
- Allow the peanut brittle to cool completely before breaking it into pieces. This will help to prevent it from becoming crumbly.
- Store the peanut brittle in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.
Conclusion:
Slow cooker peanut brittle is a delicious and easy candy to make at home. With just a few simple ingredients and a slow cooker, you can have a batch of this classic treat ready to enjoy in no time. So next time you're looking for a sweet snack, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!
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