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Easy Homemade Peanut Brittle

A close-up stack of crunchy peanut brittle pieces, showcasing the golden caramel and roasted peanuts.
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A simple recipe for classic peanut brittle, perfect for holiday gifts or snacking.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 cup light corn syrup
  • 1 cup roasted, salted peanuts
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Grease a large baking sheet or line it with parchment paper.
  2. In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine sugar and corn syrup. Cook over medium heat, stirring until sugar dissolves.
  3. Bring the mixture to a boil without stirring. Cook until it reaches 260°F (127°C) on a candy thermometer.
  4. Stir in the peanuts and continue to cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture reaches 300°F (150°C).
  5. Remove from heat. Quickly stir in the butter, baking soda, and vanilla extract. The mixture will foam up.
  6. Pour the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet and spread it thinly.
  7. Let it cool completely, then break into pieces.

Notes

  • For a smoother brittle, you can lightly butter your hands before handling the hot mixture, but be very careful.
  • Store peanut brittle in an airtight container at room temperature.

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