Old Fashioned Peanut Brittle
This old fashioned peanut brittle recipe is a classic holiday candy made with simple pantry ingredients. It cooks up quickly and delivers that perfect crunchy texture every time. A timeless treat that’s perfect for gifting or adding to cookie trays.
Servings: 10
Calories: 150kcal
Ingredients
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup light corn syrup
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/4 tsp. salt
- 1 cup roasted salted peanuts
- 2 tbsp. unsalted butter
- 1 tsp. baking soda
Instructions
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper, and set aside.
- In a medium saucepan, combine sugar, corn syrup, water, and salt.
- Heat over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the mixture begins to boil.
- Add the peanuts, and a candy thermometer, and continue to boil at a gentle boil, until the temperature reaches 300 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Stir in the butter and baking soda.
- Pour the mixture onto the parchment lined sheet and carefully smooth into a thin layer.
- Allow the brittle to cool and harden.
- Use a rubber mallet to break the brittle into pieces.
Notes
Store in an airtight container at room temperature.
Nutrition
Calories: 150kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 6mg | Sodium: 183mg | Potassium: 1mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 20g | Vitamin A: 74IU | Calcium: 9mg | Iron: 0.3mg