How To Make Microwave Peanut Brittle
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Serves:
Ingredients
- 1 cup of unsalted peanuts
- 1 cup of granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup of light corn syrup
- 1/8 tsp of salt
- 1 tbsp of butter
- 1 tsp of vanilla extract
- 1 tsp of baking soda
Instructions
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Prepare a large microwave-safe bowl by greasing it with butter or lining it with parchment paper.
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In the bowl, combine the peanuts, sugar, corn syrup, and salt. Stir well to evenly distribute the ingredients.
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Microwave the mixture on high for 4 minutes.
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Stir in the butter and vanilla extract.
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Microwave for an additional 3-4 minutes, until the mixture turns golden brown and bubbly.
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Remove the bowl from the microwave and quickly stir in the baking soda. The mixture will foam up.
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Immediately pour the hot mixture onto a greased or parchment-lined baking sheet. Spread it out to your desired thickness.
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Allow the peanut brittle to cool and harden at room temperature for about 1 hour.
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Once completely cooled and hardened, break the peanut brittle into pieces and serve.
Nutrition
- Calories : 340kcal
- Total Fat : 18g
- Saturated Fat : 4g
- Cholesterol : 8mg
- Sodium : 256mg
- Total Carbohydrates : 45g
- Dietary Fiber : 3g
- Sugar : 36g
- Protein : 6g
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