Delicious and Crunchy Mom's Best Peanut Brittle Recipe

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

1. Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper. Set aside.
2. In a large saucepan, combine the sugar, corn syrup, and water. Stir over medium heat until the sugar dissolves.
3. 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).
4. Stir in the roasted peanuts and continue cooking until the mixture reaches 310°F (160°C).
5. Remove the saucepan from heat and quickly stir in the butter, vanilla extract, and baking soda. Be careful as the mixture will bubble up.
6. Immediately pour the hot mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, spreading it out evenly with a spatula.
7. Allow the peanut brittle to cool and harden completely before breaking it into pieces.
8. Once cooled, store the peanut brittle in an airtight container or enjoy it right away.

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