Peanut brittle

Peanut brittle

Ingredients/Components

• sugar - 1 c
• vanilla - 1 tsp
• butter - 1 tsp
• almond extract - 1 tsp
• baking soda - 1 tsp
• shredded coconut - 1 c
• white corn syrup - 1/2 c
• roasted salted peanuts - 1 c
• Microwave on High for 4 minutes
• dry roasted almonds - 7 oz

How to make peanut brittle:

In 1 1/2 quart casserole, stir sugar and corn syrup together. Microwave on High for 4 minutes. Stir in peanuts. Microwave on High for 3 to 5 minutes, until light brown. Add butter and vanilla to syrup, blending well. Microwave on High for 1 to 2 minutes. Peanuts will be lightly brown and syrup very hot. Add baking soda and gently stir until light and creamy. Pour mixture onto lightly greased cookie sheet. Let cool 1/2 to 1 hour. When cool, break into small pieces and store in airtight container.Almond Brittle (variation):1 c. sugar7 oz. dry roasted almonds1 tsp. butter1 tsp. almond extract baking soda1 c. shredded coconut

Recipe categories: Desserts, Fruit, Candy.