For those seeking a delectable treat that tantalizes the taste buds with its unique blend of sweet and spicy flavors, "Cashew and Cayenne Brittle" emerges as an irresistible culinary creation. This delectable confection combines the rich, buttery taste of cashews with the fiery kick of cayenne pepper, resulting in a symphony of flavors that dances upon the palate. Whether enjoyed as a standalone snack or incorporated as a topping for desserts and ice cream, "Cashew and Cayenne Brittle" promises an unforgettable taste experience, leaving you craving for more.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
CASHEW BRITTLE
Incredibly quick and easy, but absolutely delicious. I have a peanut allergy and absolutely loved this cashew brittle. You'll want to make it again and again.
Provided by Criss & Sarah
Categories Desserts Candy Recipes Nut Candy Recipes
Time 35m
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Spread 1 1/2 tablespoons butter all over a rimmed baking sheet until heavily coated.
- Stir sugar and corn syrup together in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on high, uncovered, for 4 1/2 minutes. Stir and microwave for 3 minutes longer.
- Stir in cashews, 2 teaspoons butter, and salt. Microwave until mixture turns a light amber color, 1 minute to 1 minute 40 seconds; mixture will be very hot. Quickly stir in baking powder and vanilla extract until light and well mixed. Pour mixture onto the prepared baking sheet immediately and spread with a metal spatula.
- Place in the refrigerator until chilled, at least 20 minutes. Break into small pieces.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 212.1 calories, Carbohydrate 32.9 g, Cholesterol 2.8 mg, Fat 9 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 2.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 263.1 mg, Sugar 21.2 g
CASHEW AND CAYENNE BRITTLE
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.
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
Steps:
- Coat a 12-by-17-inchrimmed baking sheet withcooking spray. Bring sugarand corn syrup to a boil in amedium saucepan, stirringand brushing down sides witha wet pastry brush to preventsugar crystals from forming,until sugar dissolves. Cook,swirling occasionally, untilmixture just starts to turn goldenaround edge.
- Stir in mix-ins. Cook, stirringoccasionally, until mixtureis pale amber, about8 minutes. Pour onto bakingsheet without spreading.Let cool. Break into pieces.
CAYENNE CASHEWS
These nuts are to die for! I do not like spicy food and I love these. My mom gave me this recipe and I am now making them on a weekly basis!
Provided by Leslie Mehl Gibbs
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Nuts and Seeds
Time 1h50m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Whisk egg white in a medium bowl until frothy. Mix in cashews until coated. Let soak for 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 250 degrees F (120 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
- Combine sugar, cumin, salt, and cayenne pepper in a small bowl. Pour over cashews and toss to coat. Spread cashews on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake in the preheated oven, stirring halfway through, until fragrant, about 40 minutes. Reduce oven temperature to 200 degrees F (93 degrees C). Continue baking, stirring every 20 minutes, until cashews look dry, 30 to 40 minutes.
- Transfer cashews to a container and let cool, shaking or stirring occasionally to prevent them from sticking together.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 212.9 calories, Carbohydrate 16.1 g, Fat 15 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 6.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 396.9 mg, Sugar 7.6 g
BUTTERY CAYENNE CASHEW CRUNCH
A buttery sweet nut brittle candy with a mild heat after the sweet. Not as hard as many brittles, it's very easy on the teeth. Got this from a magazine (can't remember which one). Made it for xmas gifts and it was a big hit. Mmmm, sweet and spicy buttery goodness...
Provided by Kitsune
Categories Candy
Time 20m
Yield 1 1/3 pounds, 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Butter a non-stick baking sheet.
- Combine all ingredients in a large non-stick skillet.
- Stir over low heat until butter melts and sugars dissolve.
- Increase heat to medium and boil, stirring constantly until mixture turns golden brown, thickens, and begins to mass together (foams), about 5 minutes.
- Immediately pour out onto prepared baking sheet, spreading evenly.
- Cool completely. Break into pieces.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 813.3, Fat 60.6, SaturatedFat 24.5, Cholesterol 76.3, Sodium 596.5, Carbohydrate 65.3, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 43.2, Protein 10.8
CASHEW-CINNAMON BRITTLE
Steps:
- Using vegetable oil, generously oil a sheet pan (preferably one with sides), at least 11 by 17 inches. In a medium-size heavy saucepan, combine the water, sugar, cream of tartar and corn syrup and bring to a boil over medium heat. Using a candy thermometer to test it, boil the mixture until it reaches 350 degrees, or is amber-colored. Remove from the heat and, working quickly, whisk in the cinnamon. Whisk in the butter, cashews, and baking soda. Pour the mixture onto the oiled pan and spread it out a bit with a wooden spoon, to about 1/4 to 1/2-inch thickness. Don't spread it too thinly. Let harden, uncovered, in a cool place, 30 to 45 minutes. (To wash the saucepan, soak it overnight.) Using your hands, break the brittle into pieces. Store in an airtight container.
CASHEW BRITTLE
I like this quick and easy recipe because it doesn't require a candy thermometer. It also makes a wonderful gift for nut lovers on your list. -Rhonda Glenn, Prince Frederick, Maryland
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 30m
Yield 3/4 pound.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Grease a baking sheet with 1 teaspoon butter., In a microwave-safe bowl, mix sugar and corn syrup; microwave, uncovered, on high for 3 minutes. Stir to dissolve sugar; microwave 2 minutes longer. Stir in cashews and remaining butter; microwave on high for 40 seconds. Stir; continue microwaving in 20-second intervals until mixture turns a light amber color, about 1-2 minutes. (Mixture will be very hot.) Quickly stir in baking soda and vanilla until light and foamy., Immediately pour onto prepared pan, spreading with a metal spatula; cool slightly. Refrigerate until set, 15-20 minutes., Break brittle into pieces. Store between layers of waxed paper in an airtight container.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 184 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 170mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (29g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.
COCONUT CASHEW BRITTLE
This rich buttery brittle has always been part of our Christmas candy collection. Lots of coconut and cashews ensures it's extra scrumptious. -Darlene Brenden, Salem, Oregon
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 35m
Yield about 3 pounds.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Butter two 15x10x1-in. pans with 1 tablespoon butter each; set aside., Combine cashews and coconut on a third 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 8-10 minutes or until golden brown, stirring occasionally. , In a large heavy saucepan, combine the sugar, corn syrup and 1/2 cup water. Cook and stir over medium heat until mixture comes to a boil. Add remaining butter; cook and stir until butter is melted. Continue cooking, without stirring, until a candy thermometer reads 300° (hard-crack stage)., Meanwhile, combine the vanilla, baking soda and remaining water. Remove saucepan from the heat; add cashews and coconut. Add baking soda mixture; stir until light and foamy. Quickly pour onto prepared baking sheets. Spread with a buttered metal spatula to 1/4-in. thickness. Cool before breaking into pieces. Store in an airtight container.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 290 calories, Fat 17g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 20mg cholesterol, Sodium 277mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (27g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
BASIC BRITTLE
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
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.
BUTTERY CAYENNE-CASHEW CRUNCH
Steps:
- Butter nonstick baking sheet. Combine all ingredients in large nonstick skillet. Stir over low heat until butter melts and sugars dissolve. Increase heat to medium and boil, stirring constantly until mixture turns golden brown, thickens and begins to mass together, about 5 minutes. Immediately pour out onto prepared baking sheet, spreading evenly. Cool completely. Break into pieces.
CASHEW BRITTLE
Craving candy? Try a nutty twist on homemade old-fashioned peanut brittle.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Dessert
Time 1h45m
Yield 72
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat oven to 200°F. Grease 2 large cookie sheets with butter; keep warm in oven. (Keeping the cookie sheets warm allows the candy to be spread 1/4 inch thick without it setting up.) Grease long metal spatula with butter; set aside.
- In small bowl, mix baking soda, 1 teaspoon water and the vanilla; set aside. In 3-quart saucepan, mix sugar, 1 cup water and the corn syrup. Cook over medium heat about 25 minutes, stirring occasionally, to 240°F on candy thermometer or until small amount of mixture dropped into cup of very cold water forms a soft ball that flattens when removed from water.
- Stir in butter and cashews. Cook about 13 minutes, stirring constantly, to 300°F or until small amount of mixture dropped into cup of very cold water separates into hard, brittle threads. (Watch carefully so mixture does not burn.) Immediately remove from heat. Quickly stir in baking soda mixture until light and foamy.
- Pour half of candy mixture onto each cookie sheet and quickly spread about 1/4 inch thick with buttered spatula. Cool completely, at least 1 hour. Break into pieces. Store in airtight container at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 70, Carbohydrate 9 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 35 mg, Sugar 6 g, TransFat 0 g
CASHEW BRITTLE
Steps:
- Line a nonstick sheet pan with parchment or a silicone mat, and set aside.
- Heat the corn syrup, sugar, and salt in a medium saucepan set over medium-high heat. Cook until the temperature reaches 310 degrees F on a candy thermometer. Once the mixture reaches 310 degrees F, remove from the stove; quickly add the baking soda, cashews, and butter, and keep stirring constantly. The mixture will stay opaque.
- Carefully pour the hot mixture onto the mat-or parchment-covered sheet pan, and spread across the pan with wooden spoon. Cool for 1 1/2 hours. Break into 2-inch pieces.
- note
- A silicone mat works best to avoid a sticky clean-up; do not use waxed paper, which will melt and stick under the heat of the candy.
CASHEW-CINNAMON BRITTLE
Make and share this Cashew-Cinnamon Brittle recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Cooker2K
Categories Candy
Time 30m
Yield 2 lbs
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Using butter, generously grease a sheet pan (preferably one with sides), at least 11 x 17 inches (or use a SILPAT®).
- Mix together cinnamon and baking soda; set aside.
- In a medium-size heavy saucepan, combine the water, sugar, cream of tartar and corn syrup and bring to a boil over medium heat. Using a candy thermometer to test it, boil the mixture until it reaches 350°F
- Remove from the heat and, working quickly, whisk in the cinnamon and baking soda mixture, butter and cashews.
- Pour the mixture onto the oiled pan and spread it out a bit with buttered metal spoon or a wooden spoon to about 1/4- to 1/2-inch thickness. Don't spread it too thin. Let cool and harden, uncovered, 30-45 minutes. Using your hands, break the brittle into pieces. Store in an airtight container.
- Tip: To wash the saucepan, fill it with water and let it soak overnight.
Tips:
- Use a candy thermometer to ensure the sugar syrup reaches the correct temperature. This will help prevent the brittle from crystallizing or burning.
- If you don't have a candy thermometer, you can test the syrup by dropping a small amount into a glass of cold water. If the syrup forms a hard ball, it is ready.
- Be careful when working with hot sugar syrup. It can cause severe burns.
- Make sure to line your baking sheet with parchment paper before pouring the brittle onto it. This will prevent the brittle from sticking to the pan.
- Allow the brittle to cool completely before breaking it into pieces. This will help prevent it from crumbling.
Conclusion:
Cashew and cayenne brittle is a delicious and easy-to-make candy that is perfect for any occasion. It is a great way to use up leftover cashews and cayenne pepper, and it makes a wonderful gift. With its sweet, spicy, and crunchy flavor, cashew and cayenne brittle is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.
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