Indulge in the irresistible crunch and sweet-salty flavor of Mom's Best Peanut Brittle. This recipe combines simple ingredients to create a classic candy that you'll love munching on. With a preparing time of just 30 minutes, you can easily whip up a batch of this addictive peanut brittle at home. It's perfect for gifting or enjoying as a snack during the holidays or any time of the year.
Ingredients
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup light corn syrup
- 1/2 cup water
- 2 cups roasted peanuts
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
Directions
- Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper. Set aside.
- In a large saucepan, combine the sugar, corn syrup, and water. Stir over medium heat until the sugar dissolves.
- Increase the heat to high and bring the mixture to a boil. Insert a candy thermometer into the mixture and cook until it reaches the hard crack stage, which is around 300°F (150°C).
- Stir in the roasted peanuts and continue cooking until the mixture reaches 310°F (160°C).
- Remove the saucepan from heat and quickly stir in the butter, vanilla extract, and baking soda. Be careful as the mixture will bubble up.
- Immediately pour the hot mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, spreading it out evenly with a spatula.
- Allow the peanut brittle to cool and harden completely before breaking it into pieces.
- Once cooled, store the peanut brittle in an airtight container or enjoy it right away.
