How to Make Grandma Myrna's Honey-Walnut Brittle - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's something special about family recipes that just can't be replicated. They hold within them the memories and traditions of generations past, and each bite is a little taste of love and history. Grandma Myrna's Honey-Walnut Brittle is one such recipe that has been passed down through the years, cherished and enjoyed by family members and friends alike. This sweet and crunchy treat is a testament to the simple, yet incredible, power of homemade goodies.

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Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, plus more for baking sheet
  • 1 cup chopped walnuts
  • 1 cup sugar
  • ½ cup honey
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¾ teaspoon baking soda

Information

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Additional Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Servings: 16
  • Yield: 16 servings

  • Grease a large baking sheet with butter.
  • Mix sugar and honey together in a large microwave-safe glass bowl; mixture will be very thick. Place in the microwave and cook on high for 1 minute. Stir, and cook 1 minute more. Stir mixture again, and cook until mixture boils and sugar is dissolved, an additional 30 seconds to 2 minutes.
  • Stir walnuts into the bowl with the sugar mixture. Heat in the microwave another 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in butter, salt, cinnamon, and vanilla extract. Microwave until mixture is caramel in color, an additional 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Carefully remove bowl from microwave, and quickly stir in baking soda until incorporated. Immediately pour mixture onto the buttered cookie sheet. Allow to cool until brittle is set, about 15 minutes. Break into pieces and store in an airtight container.
  • Nutrition

    136 cal.

    • Total Fat: 6g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 2mg
    • Sodium: 132mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 22g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 21g
    • Protein: 1g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 9mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 39mg