How to Make Peanut Brittle - A Step-by-Step Guide

Peanut brittle is a classic, beloved confection that is perfect for satisfying a sweet tooth or gifting to friends and family. This delicious treat is made with just a few simple ingredients, but the result is a crunchy, nutty, and sweet snack that is hard to resist. Whether you're a seasoned cook or just starting out in the kitchen, making peanut brittle at home is not only easy, but also a fun and rewarding experience.

One of the best things about peanut brittle is its versatility. ...

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup raw Spanish peanuts
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • ½ cup light corn syrup
  • ½ cup water
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda

Information

  • Servings: 15
  • Yield: 15 pieces

  • Lay out several sheets of foil to spoon the hot peanut brittle onto.
  • In a large skillet mix the sugar, syrup, and water together. Cook at a medium-high heat, stirring regularly. Heat until the mixture has a hard ball consistency. Heat to 250 to 265 degrees F (121 to 129 degrees C), or until a small amount of syrup dropped into cold water forms a rigid ball. If you don't own a candy thermometer, occasionally hold spoon above mixture, allowing it to drip off spoon. When mixture is at hard ball stage, it will 'hair' off the spoon when falling, looking like a clear spider web.
  • Once mixture is at hard ball consistency, add raw peanuts. (They will pop a little.) When mixture starts to turn a light clear-brown, as if it's starting to burn, remove from stove. Add soda and stir. Mixture will foam up.
  • Spoon out bite-size pieces onto unbuttered foil, stirring constantly between each couple of pieces. Mixture can also be poured onto unbuttered foil as one big piece and broken into smaller pieces once cooled.
  • Nutrition

    138 cal.

    • Total Fat: 5g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Sodium: 93mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 23g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 16g
    • Protein: 3g
    • Calcium: 12mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 73mg