Description
Sweet nostalgia meets crunchy delight in this classic Old Fashioned Peanut Brittle recipe that whispers memories of grandma’s kitchen. Crackling caramel and roasted peanuts blend into a golden treat you’ll savor with pure, simple pleasure.
Ingredients
Scale
Primary Ingredients:
- 1 ½ cups (200 g) unsalted dry roasted peanuts
- 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar
- ½ cup (120 ml) light corn syrup
- ¼ cup (60 ml) water
Flavoring Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons (30 g) unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Finishing Ingredients:
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
Instructions
- Prepare your workspace by laying out a large baking sheet and covering it with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat, creating a non-stick surface for your candy-making process.
- Lightly coat the prepared surface with a thin layer of butter or non-stick spray, ensuring the delicate brittle will release effortlessly once cooled.
- Gather all ingredients and equipment nearby, creating an organized station for precise candy crafting.
- Position a heavy-bottomed saucepan on the stovetop, ready to transform sugar and corn syrup into a golden, caramelized foundation.
- Carefully monitor the temperature with a candy thermometer, watching as the mixture reaches the critical hard-crack stage, developing a rich amber hue.
- Swiftly incorporate roasted peanuts into the molten sugar mixture, stirring quickly to ensure even distribution and prevent burning.
- Immediately pour the scorching caramel onto the prepared baking sheet, using a spatula to spread it into a thin, even layer that will create a delicate, crisp texture.
- Allow the brittle to cool completely at room temperature, resisting the temptation to touch or move it during the setting process.
- Once fully hardened, break the brittle into irregular, rustic pieces by gently tapping with the back of a heavy utensil.
- Store the finished peanut brittle in an airtight container, preserving its crisp texture and preventing moisture absorption.
Notes
- Use a thick-bottomed heavy saucepan to distribute heat evenly and prevent burning during sugar caramelization.
- Work quickly when pouring the hot brittle mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, as it starts to harden rapidly once removed from heat.
- Break the cooled brittle into irregular pieces for a more rustic, homemade appearance that looks appetizing and artisanal.
- Store the peanut brittle in an airtight container at room temperature to maintain its crisp texture and prevent moisture absorption.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 165
- Sugar: 16 g
- Sodium: 60 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 23 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 3 mg