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Original Post: https://www.sweetandsavorybyshinee.com/easiest-peanut-brittle-candy-recipe/

The Easiest Peanut Brittle

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
30 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Servings: 1 pound
Calories: 2246kcal
Author: Shinee
No candy thermometer is required for this no hassle microwave peanut brittle candy recipe. It takes only 10 minutes of hands-on time. It can’t get easier than this!
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Ingredients

  • 1 cup (125 g) dry-roasted peanuts
  • 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup (150 g) light corn syrup
  • 1 tablespoon (14 g) margarine, or unsalted butter
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda

Instructions

  • Before you begin, check your microwave power. (Mine was written at front when you open the door.) The time directions in this recipe for microwaves with 1000Watts.
    Measure and prepare all the ingredients before moving forward.
  • Prepare a baking sheet and spray with non-stick spray.
  • In 1-quart microwave-safe bowl with a lid (stay away from plastic container though, I prefer a glass bowl), combine peanuts, sugar, salt and corn syrup.
  • Cover the bowl and microwave the mixture for 3 minutes. (TIP: If you don’t cover the mixture, it’ll get burnt.) Take it out and give it a nice stir.
  • Then cover and microwave for another 3.5 minutes. Take it out and stir in margarine and vanilla extract.
  • Cover and microwave again for 2.5 minutes. Take it out and add baking soda.
  • Quickly stir, as the mixture foams. And pour the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet.
  • Using 2 forks, spread it out into even layer.
  • Let it cool and harden, about 30-45 minutes. Store in a ziplock bag for up to a week.

Notes

For video directions and additional notes, read the post above.

Nutrition

Calories: 2246kcal
Carbohydrates: 364g
Protein: 36g
Fat: 86g
Sugar: 337g
Sodium: 2644mg