Peanut brittle recipe

A few simple ingredients make old-fashioned peanut brittle easy to make on the stove. Classic hard candy with peanuts and buttery flavor!

– 2 cups granulated sugar (400 grams) – 1 cup light corn syrup (320 grams) – ½ cup water (120 ml) – 2 cups dry roasted and lightly salted peanuts (280 grams) – ¼ cup unsalted butter softened and cubed into small pieces (60 grams) – 1 teaspoon baking soda – 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract

Ingredient

Direction

Parchment a cookie sheet and set aside. Mix granulated sugar, corn syrup, and water in a big pot (use one larger than you need). 

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Stir occasionally over medium-low heat until the sugar mixture reaches 250°F (121°C). Add peanuts and stir while heating. Keep swirling until the mixture reaches 300°F (150°C).

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 I recommend an instant-read or candy thermometer for this stage. Shut off the stove and remove the pot. Add butter, baking soda, and vanilla quickly. 

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To avoid steaming, whisk swiftly but cautiously. Continue stirring butter in. Pour and distribute hot candy on cookie sheet with spoon or rubber spatula. 

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Spread peanut brittle thinner with two forks if needed. Break and enjoy the peanut brittle after 45–60 minutes of cooling.

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