Old Fashioned Peanut Brittle Recipe
Old fashioned peanut brittle is a classic sweet treat. It is crunchy, sweet and full of peanuts. This Old Fashioned Peanut Brittle Recipe is easy to make at home.
Ingredients
- 2 cups sugar
- 1 cup light corn syrup
- 1 cup roasted peanuts
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Prepare the Baking Sheet
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Keep it ready to pour the hot brittle on.
Mix Sugar and Syrup
- Add sugar and corn syrup to a heavy saucepan. Stir gently on medium heat.
Cook Until Boiling
- Cook the sugar mixture until it boils and reaches golden color. Stir occasionally.
Add Butter
- Add butter slowly. Stir constantly to mix with the hot syrup evenly.
Add Peanuts
- Add roasted peanuts. Mix well so peanuts are coated in sugar mixture completely.
Continue Cooking
- Cook until the candy reaches 300°F or hard crack stage. Use a candy thermometer.
Remove from Heat
- Turn off the stove. Quickly stir in baking soda and vanilla extract.
Pour on Baking Sheet
- Pour hot brittle onto prepared baking sheet. Spread evenly with a spatula.
Let It Cool
- Allow the peanut brittle to cool at room temperature. Do not touch until hard.
Break Into Pieces
- Once fully set, break the brittle into small pieces using your hands or a knife.
Notes
- Use a candy thermometer to avoid burning the sugar.
- Stir continuously to prevent sugar crystals from forming.
- Work fast after adding baking soda; it helps the brittle puff slightly.
- Use fresh roasted peanuts for best taste.
- Store in a cool, dry place to maintain crunch.