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Why I Love Peanut Brittle
There are many brittle recipes, and many people make them thin and almost tooth-breakingly hard. Grandma always ensured I knew how to make it light and airy, just like hers. She always said, “Never spread or flatten the mixture, and you will have extremely light, brittle, with delicate air pockets.” I have come to love this peanut brittle recipe and can’t have it any other way. Candy-making may seem hard, but it is honestly quite easy! Be cautious, though, and have a bowl of ice water close by in case you burn yourself. These are really high temperatures! Once you make this, you’ll see why it is so fun, let alone extremely addictive! Let the Christmas candy-making commence!
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Grandma’s Peanut Brittle
Ingredients
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup light corn syrup
- ½ cup hot water
- 2 cups raw peanuts
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tsp baking soda
Instructions
- Butter a 10×15-inch pan on all sides and the bottom and set it aside.
- Combine the sugar, corn syrup, and hot water in a 4-quart heavy bottom kettle. Place over medium-high heat and bring to a boil. Continue to cook and bring it to a temperature of 250°F. Use a candy thermometer to check the temperature. I like using a high-quality instant-read thermometer, but a good candy thermometer fitted on your kettle will work as well.2 cups granulated sugar, 1 cup light corn syrup, ½ cup hot water
- Once at 250°F, add in raw peanuts and unsalted butter. Raw peanuts are a must with this recipe as they have a longer cooking time at high heat. Once the peanuts are added, stir the mixture continuously so no peanuts scorch on the bottom. Bring mixture up to 310°F.2 cups raw peanuts, 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- Once at 310°F, remove from heat and add vanilla and soda. The mixture will foam and grow so make sure to stir constantly to completely incorporate.1 tsp vanilla extract, 2 tsp baking soda
- Working quickly, pour into prepared 10×15 pan. To keep the brittle light and airy, do not spread or flatten the mixture. Instead, let it flow freely.
- Place in a cool area and leave until completely cooled, about 2-3 hours.
- Once cooled, break into pieces as preferred.
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Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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Hello. This recipe has become a favorite amongst my family and friends. I. Always getting requests to make a batch for one friend or another! Thank you for sharing it.
I made this recipe for my brother’s birthday. He loves peanut brittle and I’ve tried before BUT this recipe of your Grandma’s was it. I did add come salt in with the peanuts. Bless you for sharing. This will make my brother smile for sure.
I took a good friend of mine dinner tonight! Here’s her text back to me!
“Dinner was wonderful! Thank you so much! Peanut brittle is very addicting
I have to save some for Randee”
Oh I’m glad!
Wyse guide bean soup, corn bread, and …peanut brittle!
Delivered
This brittle was amazing! It was raining the day I made it so cooked to 314* in hopes it would set – perfect. Add to my cookie plate gifts and will use for a hostess gift on New Year’s Eve – the brittle is really that good! Thanks for the step by step video for the candy making novice.
I have made this recipe 4 times in the last 3 weeks! It is a game-changer!! Simply the best peanut brittle ever!
make Kaleb, my husband and I make this peanut brittle every year. This is the best recipe for light, airy brittle. We have made it twice already this week and going to change out the peanuts for cashews today for the neighbors. We are also going to give them some of the peanut brittle we made last night. Its just perfect! Neighbors love it and and co-workers love it. Wish I had never brought it to work, lol. Too many to make it for. You are so easy to watch and step by step instructions are easy to follow. Thank you !
It was my first time making candy and this recipe is amazing!!! Thank you for sharing!!!
If I have my raw peanuts in the freezer, should I have them get to room temperature before using them? If so, how long would you say to leave out of freezer?
Thank you
I made this today! My mom always made it at Christmas and this is the first time ever I’ve tried! I wish she were still here so I could tell her. I used a large iron skillet and my final product looks a bit darker than the pics but it tastes good! 😊