Best 2 Microwave Nut Brittle Recipes

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Microwave nut brittle is a quick and easy treat that can be made in just a few minutes. It's a perfect snack for parties, potlucks, or just a sweet treat for yourself. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a delicious and crunchy nut brittle that is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

MICROWAVE NUT BRITTLE



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This is a really simple way of making nut brittle, without using a candy thermometer or doing any of the stage tests. A trick that I use is to line the cookie sheet with parchment paper so there's no sticky stuff to pry off and then wash up.

Provided by Mirj2338

Categories     Candy

Time 12m

Yield 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

no stick cooking spray
1 cup sugar
1/2 cup light corn syrup
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups cashews or 1 1/2 cups mixed nuts
1 teaspoon margarine or 1 teaspoon butter
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 teaspoon baking soda

Steps:

  • Spray cookie sheet and metal spatula with the cooking spray.
  • In a 2-quart microwavable glass measuring cup or bowl stir sugar, corn syrup and salt with a wooden spoon until mixed.
  • Microwave on High (100%) 7 to 8 minutes or until syrup is pale yellow.
  • (CANDY SYRUP IS VERY HOT. HANDLE CAREFULLY; DO NOT TOUCH HOT MIXTURE.) Stir in nuts.
  • Microwave 1 to 2 minutes or until nuts are lightly browned.
  • Immediately stir in margarine, vanilla and baking soda until foamy.
  • Quickly pour onto prepared cookie sheet; spread evenly with spatula.
  • Cool; break into pieces.
  • Store in tightly covered container.

MICROWAVE NUT BRITTLE



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Provided by Harold Mcgee

Categories     dessert

Time 40m

Yield About 2 pounds

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups raw nuts or seeds
2 cups sugar
1 cup corn syrup
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Chop the nuts or seeds if they are large; otherwise, leave them whole. Put them into a 4-quart glass bowl with all other ingredients except the baking soda and vanilla extract. Stir in 3/4 cup water. Heat in a microwave oven on high power for 5 minutes. Using oven mitts or potholders, carefully transfer the bowl to a countertop and stir with a heat-resistant spatula. Repeat 2 or 3 more times, until the syrup thickens and the nuts begin to stick together. Then heat for 1-minute periods, stirring in between, until the syrup begins to turn light golden brown.
  • Line a baking sheet with foil. Add the baking soda and vanilla extract to the syrup and stir vigorously. Quickly pour the mixture out onto the baking sheet and use the spatula to spread it as thin as possible. Allow to cool to room temperature, then peel off the foil and break the brittle into pieces. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 311, UnsaturatedFat 9 grams, Carbohydrate 52 grams, Fat 12 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 175 milligrams, Sugar 47 grams, TransFat 0 grams

Tips:

  • Use fresh nuts for the best flavor and texture.
  • Toast the nuts in the microwave before adding them to the syrup. This will help to bring out their flavor and make them more crunchy.
  • Use a candy thermometer to ensure that the syrup reaches the correct temperature. This will help to prevent the brittle from being too hard or too soft.
  • Pour the brittle onto a greased baking sheet. This will help to prevent it from sticking.
  • Let the brittle cool completely before breaking it into pieces. This will help to prevent it from crumbling.

Conclusion:

Microwave nut brittle is a quick and easy treat that can be made in just a few minutes. It is a great way to use up leftover nuts, and it makes a delicious and crunchy snack. With a few simple tips, you can make perfect microwave nut brittle every time.

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