Easy Microwave Peanut Brittle

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(120)

This microwave peanut brittle is super easy to make and tastes great. No need for a candy thermometer!

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Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
20 mins
Servings:
6

Ingredients

  • cooking spray

  • 1 cup white sugar

  • ½ cup light corn syrup

  • 1 ½ cups peanuts, or more to taste

  • 1 tablespoon butter

  • 1 teaspoon baking soda

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

  1. Grease a baking sheet and a wooden spoon with cooking spray.

  2. Mix sugar and corn syrup together in a microwaveable bowl safe for high temperatures.

  3. Heat sugar mixture in the microwave on high for 5 minutes.

  4. Stir peanuts and butter into sugar mixture. Heat in the microwave until mixture turns a caramel color, 3 to 4 minutes. Mix baking soda and vanilla into syrup until smooth and foam has dissipated.

  5. Spread candy onto the prepared baking sheet using the sprayed wooden spoon. Work quickly; candy hardens fast. Let stand until cool. Break into pieces to serve.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

439 Calories
20g Fat
62g Carbs
9g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 439
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 20g 26%
Saturated Fat 4g 19%
Cholesterol 5mg 2%
Sodium 537mg 23%
Total Carbohydrate 62g 23%
Dietary Fiber 3g 10%
Total Sugars 42g
Protein 9g 17%
Calcium 24mg 2%
Iron 1mg 4%
Potassium 243mg 5%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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