Best 3 Sweet And Smoky Brittle Recipes

Indulge in a symphony of sweet and smoky flavors with our curated collection of brittle recipes. From the classic peanut brittle to the unique bacon brittle, each recipe offers a distinct taste experience. Whether you prefer a traditional approach or enjoy experimenting with unconventional ingredients, we have something to satisfy your cravings. Prepare to embark on a culinary journey where the delicate crunch of brittle harmonizes perfectly with the rich, smoky, and sweet notes.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

SWEET & SMOKY BRITTLE

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Make and share this Sweet & Smoky Brittle recipe from Food.com.

Provided by MizEmerilLagasse

Categories Nuts

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

vegetable oil or cooking spray, for baking sheet
1 cup sugar
1/4 cup water
1 teaspoon coarse salt, divided
2 tablespoons adobo sauce (from one 7-ounce can chipotle chiles in adobo, reserve chiles for another use)
1 cup unsalted roasted pepitas (green pumpkin seeds)
1 cup unsalted dry roasted peanuts
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)

Steps:

Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment.
Lightly brush with oil or coat with cooking spray.
Cook sugar, water, and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a heavy medium saucepan over high heat, stirring, until sugar just dissolves. Continue to cook, without stirring, until golden, about 4 minutes.
Cook about 1 minute more, swirling the pan, until syrup is light amber.
Carefully stir in adobo sauce (hot syrup will spatter), and cook 30 seconds.
Remove pan from heat.
Add pepitas, peanuts, and cayenne, stirring to coat.
Immediately pour onto baking sheet.
Sprinkle with remaining salt.
Let cool completely, and break into pieces.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 577.2, Fat 33.4, SaturatedFat 5.2, Sodium 588.7, Carbohydrate 62.1, Fiber 5, Sugar 50.4, Protein 15.7

SWEET-AND-SMOKY BRITTLE

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The peanuts in this recipe can be replaced with an equal quantity of almonds, cashews, or just about any other nut you have on hand.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories Food & Cooking Dessert & Treats Recipes

Time 40m

Yield Makes 5 cups

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

Vegetable oil or cooking spray, for baking sheet
1 cup sugar
1/4 cup water
1 teaspoon coarse salt, divided
2 tablespoons adobo sauce (from one 7-ounce can chipotle chiles in adobo; reserve chiles for another use)
1 cup unsalted roasted pepitas (green pumpkin seeds)
1 cup unsalted roasted peanuts
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)

Steps:

Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment. Lightly brush with oil or coat with cooking spray. Cook sugar, water, and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a heavy medium saucepan over high heat, stirring, until sugar just dissolves. Continue to cook, without stirring, until golden, about 4 minutes. Cook about 1 minute more, swirling the pan, until syrup is light amber. Carefully stir in adobo sauce (hot syrup will spatter), and cook 30 seconds.
Remove pan from heat. Add pepitas, peanuts, and cayenne, stirring to coat. Immediately pour onto baking sheet. Sprinkle with remaining salt. Let cool completely, and break into pieces.

SMOKY WALNUT BRITTLE

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The traditional peanut brittle gets an update by using walnuts that are toasted, plus an addition of smokehouse rub found at Winco® (1745 is the bin number). Instead of using traditional corn syrup, I swapped to Lyle's® golden syrup; I believe it gave a deeper, richer taste. I absolutely recommend using a nonstick saucepan and a silicone spatula, because this mixture is rather sticky

Provided by thedailygourmet

Categories Desserts Nut Dessert Recipes Walnut Dessert Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 cup chopped walnuts
cooking spray
1 cup sugar
½ cup water
½ cup golden syrup (such as Lyle's®)
1 tablespoon butter
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon smokehouse rub (such as Winco®)
½ teaspoon walnut extract

Steps:

Pour walnuts into a skillet over medium heat. Cook, stirring frequently, until lightly toasted, about 3 minutes. Remove from heat and allow to cool.
Line a rimmed half-sheet pan with aluminum foil and spray with nonstick cooking spray.
Combine sugar, water, and golden syrup in a nonstick saucepan over medium heat. Do not stir. Clip a candy thermometer to the side of the pan, and wait for the mixture to reach 275 degrees F (135 degrees C), about 5 minutes.
Once sugar mixture reaches 275 degrees F (135 degrees C), add toasted walnuts. Stir using a silicone spatula until mixture reaches 300 degrees F (150 degrees C), about 5 minutes more. Stir in butter, baking soda, smokehouse rub, and walnut extract.
Remove saucepan from heat and carefully pour mixture onto the prepared baking sheet. Allow to cool before breaking into smaller pieces, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 352 calories, Carbohydrate 57.2 g, Cholesterol 5.1 mg, Fat 14.7 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 2.4 g, Sodium 394.3 mg, Sugar 41.1 g

Tips:

Use a heavy-bottomed saucepan: This will help to distribute the heat evenly and prevent the sugar from burning.
Use a candy thermometer: This is the best way to ensure that the sugar reaches the correct temperature.
Stir the sugar mixture constantly: This will help to prevent it from crystallizing.
Add the nuts and seeds once the sugar mixture has reached the hard crack stage: This is when the sugar is brittle and can be easily broken into pieces.
Pour the brittle onto a greased baking sheet: This will help to prevent it from sticking.
Let the brittle cool completely before breaking it into pieces: This will help to prevent it from crumbling.

Conclusion:

Sweet and smoky brittle is a delicious and easy-to-make treat. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a brittle that is perfect for snacking, gifting, or using as a topping for desserts. So next time you're looking for a sweet and satisfying snack, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!