This Chocolate Brittle Surprise recipe is a delightful treat that combines the richness of chocolate with the crunchiness of brittle. The surprise comes in the form of hidden nuts that add an extra texture and flavor to this amazing dessert. This recipe is perfect for chocolate lovers who want to satisfy their sweet tooth.
Ingredients
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup chopped nuts (e.g., almonds, peanuts, walnuts)
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Directions
- Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper.
- In a saucepan, combine sugar, water, butter, and salt. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sugar dissolves and the mixture comes to a boil.
- Continue cooking, without stirring, until the mixture reaches 300°F (hard crack stage) on a candy thermometer.
- Remove the saucepan from heat and quickly stir in the baking soda and vanilla extract. The mixture will bubble and foam.
- Immediately pour the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, spreading it out with a spatula.
- Sprinkle the chocolate chips evenly over the hot brittle. Let them sit for a few minutes until they soften.
- Using a spatula, spread the melted chocolate over the brittle in an even layer.
- Sprinkle the chopped nuts over the melted chocolate, pressing them lightly into the surface.
- Allow the brittle to cool completely, either at room temperature or in the refrigerator.
- Once cooled and hardened, break the brittle into pieces. Store in an airtight container.
