Crispy Peanut Brittle Recipe
Personally, I think that this peanut brittle is the best in the world. That is why I am excited about sharing this with you. The goodness of nuts makes peanut brittle a great treat. In case you try out this peanut brittle, make it a point to get back with your feedback and comments .
Ingredients
2 cups sugar
1 cup light corn syrup
1/2 cup hot water
1 Tbsp. butter
2 cups unsalted blanched peanuts
1 tsp. vanilla
1 tsp. baking soda
Directions
In 3 qt glass casserole, blend sugar, syrup, water and butter.
Microwave (high) 12-14 minutes, stirring once or twice during last half of cooking.
Test, using either cold water method (hard ball) or a candy thermometer (250°F.).
If mixture needs more cooking, remove thermometer and cook 1-2 minutes.
When mixture reaches 250°F.
add blanched peanuts.
Microwave (high) 3 1/2-4 1/2 minutes, or until mixture reaches hard crack (300°F.).
Add vanilla and soda, blending well (mixture will bubble).
Pour onto buttered cookie sheet.
Working quickly, cool partially by lifting edges with spatula so mixture won't stick.
When firm but still warm, turn over.
Pull mixture thin.
Break into pieces when cold.
Microwave (high) 12-14 minutes, stirring once or twice during last half of cooking.
Test, using either cold water method (hard ball) or a candy thermometer (250°F.).
If mixture needs more cooking, remove thermometer and cook 1-2 minutes.
When mixture reaches 250°F.
add blanched peanuts.
Microwave (high) 3 1/2-4 1/2 minutes, or until mixture reaches hard crack (300°F.).
Add vanilla and soda, blending well (mixture will bubble).
Pour onto buttered cookie sheet.
Working quickly, cool partially by lifting edges with spatula so mixture won't stick.
When firm but still warm, turn over.
Pull mixture thin.
Break into pieces when cold.
