BASIC BRITTLE

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Brittle can be a showcase for a variety of ingredients, giving each homemade batch its owntexture and flavor. For recipes and inspiration, try one of our variations: Lemon and Almond Brittle, Pine Nut and Rosemary Brittle, Cashew and Cayenne Brittle, Pepita and Lavender Brittle, Coconut and Spice Brittle, Espresso and Walnut Brittle.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes

Time 30m

Yield Makes 1 sheet (about 9 by 11 inches)

Number Of Ingredients 4

Vegetable oil cooking spray
1 1/2 cups sugar
1/2 cup light corn syrup
Mix-ins, according to variation

Steps:

  • Coat a 12-by-17-inch rimmed baking sheet withcooking spray. Bring sugar and corn syrup to a boil in a medium saucepan, stirring and brushing down sides with a wet pastry brush to prevent sugar crystals from forming, until sugar dissolves. Cook,swirling occasionally, until mixture just starts to turn golden around edge.
  • Stir in mix-ins. Cook, stirring occasionally, until mixture is pale amber, about 8 minutes. Pour onto baking sheet without spreading. Let cool. Break into pieces.

Dipesh Gurung
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This brittle is amazing! I made it for a party and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it.


Yaseen Birohi
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I love this brittle recipe! It's so easy to make and the results are always delicious.


Chaudhary Jee
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This is the best brittle recipe I've ever tried. It's so easy to make and the results are amazing.


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I'm not a big fan of brittle, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so good!


Vladimira Kotrcova
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This brittle is a great make-ahead snack. I always have a batch on hand for unexpected guests.


Babu Mia
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I love the versatility of this brittle recipe. I've made it with different nuts and seeds and it's always delicious.


Maruf Sarder
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This is my go-to brittle recipe. It's always a hit with my friends and family.


Nanu Baduwal
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I've never made brittle before, but this recipe made it so easy. It turned out perfect!


Selimat Adepeju
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This brittle is so delicious! It's the perfect combination of sweet and salty.


Fazila Shanfi
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I love how easy this brittle recipe is to make. It's a great way to use up leftover nuts and seeds.


obinna michaael
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This is the perfect brittle recipe. It's easy to make and the results are always delicious.


Sughra Shaikh
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This brittle is amazing! I made it for a party and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it.


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I love this brittle recipe! It's so easy to make and always turns out perfect. I've made it with different nuts and seeds and it's always delicious.


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This is the best brittle recipe I've ever tried! It's so simple to make and the results are amazing. The brittle is perfectly crispy and flavorful.


Adelina Mitroo
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I've made this brittle several times now and it always turns out perfect. It's a great treat to have on hand for parties or just to snack on.


RH Brothers Official
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This brittle recipe is a winner! It's so easy to make and the results are delicious. I love the combination of sweet and salty.