Easy Microwave Peanut Brittle (Print version)

Crisp, golden peanut brittle made in the microwave with simple pantry ingredients and no candy thermometer.

# Ingredients:

For the brittle

01 - 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar

02 - 1/2 cup (160 g) light corn syrup

03 - 1 1/2 cups (220 g) roasted salted peanuts

04 - 2 tablespoons (28 g) unsalted butter, cut into pieces

05 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

06 - 1 teaspoon baking soda

07 - 1/4 teaspoon fine salt, optional if peanuts are lightly salted

# Instructions:

01 - Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly butter the parchment. Set the pan near the microwave before you start.

02 - Stir the sugar and corn syrup together in a large microwave-safe glass bowl. Microwave on high for 4 minutes, until the mixture is bubbling strongly and looks clear.

03 - Carefully stir in the peanuts. Microwave on high for 3 to 4 minutes, stopping when the syrup turns light amber and smells toasted.

04 - Stir in the butter and vanilla with care, since the syrup will sputter. Microwave on high for 1 minute, until bubbling again.

05 - Immediately stir in the baking soda and optional salt. The mixture will foam and lighten. Stir only until evenly combined.

06 - Quickly pour the foamy brittle onto the prepared pan and spread gently with a buttered spatula. Cool for 30 to 45 minutes, then break into pieces.

# Good to know:

01 - Cooking times are based on a 1000 to 1100 watt microwave. Add 30-second bursts if the syrup is still very pale.

02 - Cool completely before storing so the brittle stays crisp.

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