peanut brittle

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Private Recipe by
Teresa G.
Here, KY

This is real, old-fashioned peanut brittle. I've used this recipe for decades and it always turns out great. For the adventurous, add some Maldon salt or cayenne pepper as soon as it's spread in the pan. It makes a great Christmas gift.

yield serving(s)
prep time 10 Min
cook time 25 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For peanut brittle

  • 2 c
    granulated sugar
  • 1 c
    light corn syrup
  • 2 1/2 c
    shelled raw peanuts
  • 1/2 tsp
    baking soda
  • 1 tsp
    water
  • 1 tsp
    real vanilla extract

How To Make peanut brittle

  • 1
    In a 1 1/2 to 2 quart uncoated saucepan, combine sugar and syrup; cook over low heat until candy thermometer reaches 240 degrees F.
  • 2
    Add peanuts and cook, stirring constantly, until candy thermometer reads 300 degrees F.
  • 3
    Remove from heat and stir in soda, water and vanilla.
  • 4
    Spread mixture onto a warm, buttered 15"x10"x1" jelly roll pan. Allow to cool, then break into pieces and store in an airtight container.
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