Peanut Brittle
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A home-kitchen version of peanut brittle, written step by step so it's easy to follow that comes together with everyday ingredients.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 c. raw shelled peanuts, skins on
- 1 c. granulated sugar
- 1/2 c. light corn syrup
- 1/8 tsp. salt, optional
- 1 tsp. butter
- 1 tsp. vanilla extract
- 1 tsp. baking soda
Method
Combine peanuts, sugar, syrup, and salt in a 1 1/2 quart microwave safe container.
Microwave 4 minutes on high in a 700 watt microwave oven.
Stir, microwave 4 minutes longer.
Stir in butter and vanilla.
Microwave 2 more minutes on high.
Add baking soda and quickly stir until light and foamy.
Immediately pour onto lightly greased baking sheet.
Spread to 1/4 inch thickness.
When cool, break into pieces.
Store in air tight container.
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