Peanut brittle

Peanut brittle

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Ingredients/Components

  • sugar - 2 c
  • water - 1/2 c
  • baking soda - 1 tsp
  • margarine - 1 c
  • light corn syrup - 1 c
  • peanuts - 2 c

How to make peanut brittle:

In a 3-quart saucepan heat together sugar, corn syrup and water, stirring until sugar dissolves. When syrup boils, blend in margarine. Stir frequently after temperature reaches 230°. Add peanuts when temperature reaches 280°. Stir constantly to crack stage (305°). Remove from heat. Quickly stir in soda, mixing well. Pour onto 2 buttered cookie sheets. Loosen from pans when candy hardens. Break into pieces. Makes 2 1/2 pounds.

Note: Will need candy thermometer.


Recipe categories: Desserts, Fruit, Candy.

Rating:
Peanut brittle
3
Average rating: 3 of 5, total votes: 6
Cook. Time: PT50M
Total Time: PT50M


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