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Crispy peanut brittle bars in jar with broken pieces scattered around.

Homemade Peanut Brittle

Paola Westbeek Profile PicturePaola Westbeek
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Setting Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 25 pieces
Calories 174 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups white sugar
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 cup light corn syrup
  • 2 cups salted peanuts
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Instructions
 

  • Line a sheet pan with parchment paper.
    Silicone baking mat for even baking and non-stick surface.
  • Place the sugar and water in a medium pot and stir. Add the corn syrup. Let it come to a gentle boil, stirring occasionally.
    Sweetener being added to a cooking pot with caramel sauce.
  • When it hits 250°F, add the peanuts and stir until it reaches 300°F.
    Roasted pine nuts in a white ceramic dish, ready to be used in baking or cooking.
  • Remove the pot from the heat. Add the butter, baking soda, and vanilla, then stir. Watch as the mixture starts to foam and change consistency.
    Creamy custard eggs in a pot, being stirred on a white marble countertop.
  • Carefully and slowly pour the mixture onto the baking sheet. Set aside to cool until it’s set, about 45 minutes.
    Butter and pine nut filling being poured onto parchment paper for baking.
  • Cut or break it apart. Enjoy!
    Golden peanut brittle being cut into squares with a knife.

Nutrition

Calories: 174kcalCarbohydrates: 27gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 866mgFiber: 1g
Keyword Homemade Peanut Brittle
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