Learn how to make the perfect peanut brittle at home with this classic recipe.

Peanut brittle is a popular American sweet treat made with sugar, corn syrup, peanuts, and butter. This recipe will guide you through the process of creating a crunchy and nutty treat that is perfect for snacking or gifting to friends and family.

Ingredients

• 2 cups sugar
• 1 cup light corn syrup
• 1/2 cup water
• 1/4 cup butter
• 2 cups roasted peanuts
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 tsp baking soda

Directions

1. In a large saucepan, combine sugar, corn syrup, and water. Stir over medium heat until sugar dissolves.
2. Add butter and peanuts to the mixture. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture reaches 300 degrees Fahrenheit (hard crack stage) on a candy thermometer.
3. Remove from heat and quickly stir in vanilla extract and baking soda. The mixture will foam up.
4. Pour the hot mixture onto a greased baking sheet and spread it out with a spatula. Let it cool and harden for about an hour.
5. Once hardened, break the peanut brittle into pieces and enjoy!

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