Ann's Gourmet Peanut Brittle
Indulge your sweet tooth with Ann's Gourmet Peanut Brittle, a delightfully crunchy and flavorful treat. This homemade candy, crafted with raw peanuts and a hint of vanilla, offers the perfect balance of sweetness and crunchiness. Perfect for gifting or enjoying with loved ones, this brittle is a classic treat that never goes out of style.
5
Servings
N/A
Calories
7
Ingredients
Ingredients
butter or margarine
1 teaspoon (softened)
baking soda
1.5 teaspoons (mixed with butter)
sugar
1 cup (granulated)
water
0.5 cup (room temperature)
Karo light corn syrup
0.5 cup (none)
raw peanuts
1.5 cups (shelled)
vanilla extract
1 teaspoon (pure)
Instructions
1
Prepare a baking sheet by lightly greasing it with butter or non-stick spray. Set aside for later use.
2
In a small bowl, combine softened butter and baking soda. Set this mixture aside.
3
In a large saucepan, combine the sugar, water, and Karo light corn syrup. Heat the mixture over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until it reaches 254°F (hardball stage).
4
Once the desired temperature is reached, add the raw peanuts to the saucepan.
5
Continue to stir the peanut mixture constantly. Cook until the sugar syrup turns a yellow hue. This should take approximately 5 minutes.
6
Remove the mixture from heat immediately and stir in the butter-soda mixture and vanilla extract until well combined.
7
Carefully pour the hot brittle mixture onto the prepared baking sheet.
8
Using the back of a spoon, quickly spread and pat the brittle into your desired thickness.
9
Allow the brittle to cool completely, then break it into pieces of your desired size.
10
Store the brittle in an airtight container to maintain its crunch and freshness.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ann's Gourmet Peanut Brittle?
It is a crunchy, flavorful homemade candy treat made with raw peanuts and a hint of vanilla.
What kind of peanuts are used in this recipe?
The recipe calls for 1.5 cups of raw, shelled peanuts.
How many servings does this recipe make?
This peanut brittle recipe yields approximately 5 servings.
What temperature should the sugar mixture reach?
The mixture should reach 254 degrees Fahrenheit, also known as the hardball stage.
Which ingredients are combined first in the saucepan?
You combine the sugar, water, and Karo light corn syrup in a large saucepan first.
What should I mix the baking soda with?
The baking soda should be combined with softened butter or margarine in a small bowl.
How do I prepare the baking sheet?
Lightly grease a baking sheet with butter or non-stick spray before you begin cooking.
How long do you cook the mixture after adding peanuts?
You should cook and stir the mixture for approximately 5 minutes until the sugar syrup turns a yellow hue.
When should the vanilla extract be added?
Add the vanilla extract immediately after removing the mixture from the heat, along with the butter-soda mixture.
How do I spread the hot brittle on the pan?
Use the back of a spoon to quickly spread and pat the brittle into your desired thickness.
What is the final step after the brittle has cooled?
Once completely cool, break the brittle into pieces of your desired size.
What is the best way to store peanut brittle?
Store the brittle in an airtight container to maintain its characteristic crunch and freshness.
Can I use margarine instead of butter?
Yes, the recipe allows for the use of either butter or margarine.
How many total ingredients are needed?
There are 7 ingredients required for this recipe.
What is the category of this recipe?
This recipe is categorized as Candy.
What type of sugar is used?
The recipe calls for 1 cup of granulated sugar.
What temperature should the water be?
The recipe specifies using room temperature water.
What brand of corn syrup is recommended?
The recipe specifically mentions using Karo light corn syrup.
How much vanilla extract is required?
You will need 1 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract.
What is the first instruction?
The first step is to prepare a baking sheet by lightly greasing it.
What is the second instruction?
The second step is to combine softened butter and baking soda in a small bowl.
When are the raw peanuts added?
The peanuts are added once the sugar mixture reaches 254 degrees Fahrenheit.
How do I know the syrup is done cooking?
The syrup is done when it turns a yellow hue, which takes about 5 minutes of constant stirring.
How much baking soda is used?
The recipe uses 1.5 teaspoons of baking soda.
What should be the consistency of the butter?
The butter or margarine should be softened.
Is this recipe suitable for gifting?
Yes, this brittle is a classic treat that is perfect for gifting or sharing.
What is the main texture profile of this candy?
The texture is described as delightfully crunchy.
How much sugar is in one batch?
One batch contains 1 cup of sugar.
What size saucepan should be used?
A large saucepan is recommended for combining the sugar, water, and syrup.
Is this a classic recipe?
Yes, it is described as a classic treat that never goes out of style.