Microwave Peanut Brittle
Recipes by Chef Steph
Microwave Peanut Brittle
Whip up a batch of this super-easy sugar fix! This sweet-and-salty treat will have everyone coming back for seconds, or thirds!
ingredients
Microwave Peanut Brittle
- 1 cup - granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup - corn syrup
- 1 cup - peanuts
- 1 teaspoon - butter
- 1 teaspoon - vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon - baking soda
Prep time5 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Serves6 to 12
Directions
- Line a large cookie sheet with parchment paper, wax paper, or a silicone mat. In a deep microwave-safe bowl, combine sugar and corn syrup. Mix thoroughly and microwave on HIGH for 4 minutes.
- Stir in peanuts and microwave on HIGH until the mixture is light brown, about 3 to 5 minutes longer.
- Stir in butter and vanilla until combined. Microwave on HIGH until peanuts are lightly browned, about 1 to 2 minutes longer.
- Stir in baking soda until mixture is light and foamy. Pour onto the prepared pan and cool for 30 minutes.
- Break into pieces to serve and store in an airtight container.