Welcome to the ultimate guide to making the most delightful chocolate treat: Bonnie's Chocolate Brittle. Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure that will tantalize your taste buds with its perfect balance of sweetness, crunchiness, and rich chocolate flavor. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting out, this comprehensive guide will provide you with step-by-step instructions, expert tips, and variations to create the perfect batch of Bonnie's Chocolate Brittle. From the selection of the finest ingredients to the crucial tempering process, this article will unveil the secrets to achieving a brittle that shatters perfectly, with a luscious, smooth texture and a flavor that will leave you craving more. So, gather your ingredients, prepare your kitchen, and let's delve into the art of creating this irresistible chocolatey masterpiece.
Let's cook with our recipes!
CHOCOLATE BRITTLE SURPRISE
Like chocolate-covered toffee! Disappears like magic! Great for holiday parties, gifts!
Provided by ShanaLee
Categories Desserts Cookies Chocolate Cookie Recipes
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (180 degrees C). Cover cookie sheet with foil. Spray foil with cooking oil spray.
- Place crackers on foil in 5 x 7 inch rows.
- Microwave butter on high for 2 minutes. Add brown sugar and stir. Microwave on high for 2 more minutes, stirring every 30 seconds.
- Pour over crackers. Bake 17 - 20 minutes (should bubble but not burn).
- Sprinkle chocolate chips over hot crackers. Spread after 2 minutes (chips have softened). Sprinkle nuts on top.
- Refrigerate 1 hour. Break into pieces. Can be frozen.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 440.2 calories, Carbohydrate 43.2 g, Cholesterol 40.7 mg, Fat 31.3 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 15.5 g, Sodium 184.2 mg, Sugar 33.4 g
CHOCOLATE COOKIE BRITTLE
A chewy chocolate chip cookie.
Provided by lvkathryn
Categories Desserts Candy Recipes Chocolate Candy Recipes
Time 55m
Yield 15
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease a small baking sheet.
- Stir flour, sugar, maple syrup, chocolate chips, brownie mix, egg, and baking soda together in a bowl until batter is evenly-mixed. Spoon batter onto prepared baking sheet.
- Bake in the preheated oven until set, 7 to 10 minutes. Cool to room temperature and break into pieces.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 160.7 calories, Carbohydrate 34.7 g, Cholesterol 12.4 mg, Fat 2.1 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 99.6 mg, Sugar 21.7 g
BROWNIE BRITTLE
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, beat the eggs, oil, sugar, water and vanilla. Whisk together the flour, cocoa, salt, baking powder and, if desired, espresso powder; stir into egg mixture until blended. , Spread into a greased or parchment paper-lined 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Top with chopped nuts if desired. Bake until very firm to the touch, 12-15 minutes. Cool on a wire rack. Break into pieces. In a microwave, melt chocolate chips and oil; stir until smooth. Drizzle over pieces. Let stand until set before cutting.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 78 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 44mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.
Tips:
- Use a heavy saucepan to make the brittle so that it heats evenly.
- Stir the sugar mixture constantly to prevent it from burning.
- Once the sugar mixture has reached the desired color, immediately remove it from the heat and stir in the butter, vanilla, and salt.
- Pour the brittle mixture onto a greased baking sheet and let it cool completely before breaking it into pieces.
- For best results, use fresh, high-quality chocolate.
- If you don't have a candy thermometer, you can test the sugar mixture by dropping a small amount into a cup of cold water. If the mixture forms a hard ball, it is ready.
- Be careful not to overcook the brittle, as it will become hard and brittle.
Conclusion:
Chocolate brittle is a delicious and easy-to-make candy that is perfect for any occasion. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a sweet and crunchy treat that everyone will love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dessert, give chocolate brittle a try.
Are you curently on diet or you just want to control your food's nutritions, ingredients? We will help you find recipes by cooking method, nutrition, ingredients...
Check it out »
You'll also love