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Homemade Peanut Brittle

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 25 pieces
Calories 174 kcal

Ingredients
  

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

Instructions
 

  • Line a sheet pan with parchment paper.
  • Place the sugar and water in a medium pot and stir. Add the corn syrup. Let it come to a gentle boil, stirring occasionally.
  • When it hits 250°F, add the peanuts and stir until it reaches 300°F.
  • 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.
  • Carefully and slowly pour the mixture onto the baking sheet. Set aside to cool until it’s set, about 45 minutes.
  • Cut or break it apart and enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 174kcalCarbohydrates: 27gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.04gCholesterol: 2mgSodium: 866mgPotassium: 91mgFiber: 1gSugar: 11gVitamin A: 28IUCalcium: 14mgIron: 0.3mg
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