Description
Crunchy caramel-kissed nut brittle delivers sweet nostalgia with each golden, crystalline bite. Crisp pecans and almonds meld perfectly into a classic confection that delights with simple, irresistible charm.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup light corn syrup
- 1/2 cup salted butter
Nuts:
- 1/2 cup almond slices
- 1/2 cup salted peanuts
Other Ingredients:
- 1/3 cup water
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
Instructions
- Prepare a rimmed baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper, ensuring all ingredients are measured and positioned near the stovetop for swift execution.
- Place butter in a large saucepan and melt over medium-high heat until completely liquefied.
- Incorporate sugar, corn syrup, and water into the melted butter, stirring continuously until sugar dissolves and the mixture becomes uniform, approximately 2 minutes.
- Attach a candy thermometer to the pan’s side and monitor the temperature, stirring frequently to prevent burning and ensure even heating.
- Continue cooking the syrup until it reaches precisely 300°F, which typically takes around 15 minutes, watching carefully to avoid scorching.
- Immediately remove the pan from heat and swiftly introduce baking soda, stirring vigorously to create a light, foamy texture.
- Quickly fold in almonds and salted peanuts, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the aerated mixture.
- Promptly pour the molten brittle onto the prepared parchment-lined baking sheet, using a heat-resistant spatula to spread it into a thin, uniform layer.
- Allow the brittle to cool completely at room temperature for approximately 30 minutes, enabling it to harden and become crisp.
- Once fully cooled, fracture the brittle into irregular, bite-sized pieces using your hands or a sharp knife.
Notes
- Use a heavy-bottomed saucepan to prevent burning and ensure even heat distribution during caramelization.
- Work swiftly once the sugar mixture reaches 300°F, as timing is crucial for perfect brittle texture.
- Calibrate your candy thermometer beforehand to ensure accurate temperature reading for precise candy-making.
- Keep a bowl of ice water nearby in case of accidental sugar syrup burns during preparation.
- Customize the recipe by swapping nuts like pecans, cashews, or macadamia for different flavor profiles.
- Store brittle in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks to maintain crunchiness.
- For a gluten-free version, verify all ingredients are certified gluten-free before preparing.
- Add a pinch of sea salt after spreading the brittle for enhanced sweet-savory contrast.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 17 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 245
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 31 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg