Ultimate Microwave Peanut Brittle Recipe: Irresistible Crunchiness

I have used this for years and it is very good; much easier than the traditional method and tastes just as good.

Recipe Details

Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
30 mins
Servings:
16
Yield:
1 pound

Ingredients

  • 1 ½cupsdry roasted peanuts

  • 1cupwhite sugar

  • ½cuplight corn syrup

  • 1pinchsalt (Optional)

  • 1tablespoonbutter

  • 1teaspoonvanilla extract

  • 1teaspoonbaking soda

Cooking Directions

  1. Grease a baking sheet, and set aside. In a glass bowl, combine peanuts, sugar, corn syrup, and salt. Cook in microwave for 6 to 7 minutes on High (700 W); mixture should be bubbly and peanuts browned. Stir in butter and vanilla; cook 2 to 3 minutes longer.

  2. Quickly stir in baking soda, just until mixture is foamy. Pour immediately onto greased baking sheet. Let cool 15 minutes, or until set. Break into pieces, and store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts

Full Nutrition Label
Servings Per Recipe16
Calories165
% Daily Value *
Total Fat
8g
10%
Saturated Fat
1g
7%
Cholesterol
2mg
1%
Sodium
91mg
4%
Total Carbohydrate
23g
8%
Dietary Fiber
1g
4%
Total Sugars
16g
Protein
3g
Calcium
9mg
1%
Iron
0mg
2%
Potassium
91mg
2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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