Best 4 Peanut Butter Brittle Recipes

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Peanut butter brittle is a sweet and crunchy confection that is made with sugar, corn syrup, peanut butter, and baking soda. It is a popular treat that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. Peanut butter brittle is relatively easy to make, and it can be made with just a few simple ingredients. The process of making peanut butter brittle involves heating the sugar and corn syrup until it reaches a certain temperature, then adding the peanut butter and baking soda. The mixture is then poured onto a baking sheet and allowed to cool and harden. Once the brittle is cool, it can be broken into pieces and enjoyed. Peanut butter brittle is a delicious and satisfying snack that is perfect for any occasion.

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REESE'S PEANUT BUTTER CHIP BRITTLE!



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Make and share this Reese's Peanut Butter Chip Brittle! recipe from Food.com.

Provided by OceanIvy

Categories     Candy

Time 45m

Yield 20-30 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (10 ounce) bag reeses peanut butter chips, divided
1 1/2 cups butter
1 3/4 Splenda sugar substitute or 1 3/4 sugar
3 tablespoons light corn syrup
3 tablespoons water

Steps:

  • Grease a 15 1/2 x 10 1/2x1-inch jellyroll pan (or 13x9, for thicker brittle).
  • Sprinkle 1 cup of chips evenly on pan; set aside.
  • Melt the butter in a 2 quare saucepan.
  • Stir in the sugar, water, and corn syrup.
  • Bring to boil.
  • Cook on medium heat, constantly stirring until mixture reaches 300°F on candy thermometer (about 30 to 35 minutes).
  • (Do not let thermometer bulb rest on bottom of pan).
  • Remove pan from burner.
  • Immediately spread mixture into greased pan.
  • Add remaining 2/3 cup peanut butter chips.
  • Let cool; remove the candy from pan.
  • Break into pieces and store in cool dry place.

PEANUT BUTTER PEANUT BRITTLE



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we love this candy..it is not as hard as regular peanut brittle..the peanut butter flavor is outstanding!!

Provided by grandma2969

Categories     Candy

Time 35m

Yield 3 lbs

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups peanut butter
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
1 1/2 cups light corn syrup
1/4 cup water
2 tablespoons butter
2 cups raw peanuts
1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In top of double boiler, warm peanut butter over low heat.
  • Butter 2 large baking sheets.
  • Butter sides of a heavy 3 quart pan, combine sugar, corn syrup, and water .
  • Cook and stir over medium high heat till it comes to a boil --
  • Clip candy thermometer to side of pan and cook till mixture reaches 275* (about 15 minutes).
  • Reduce heat to medium and add 2 tbls butter stirring just until melted.
  • Add peanuts and cook and stir for 5 more minutes until candy starts to turn brown and thermometer reads 295*.
  • Remove from heat and remove thermometer
  • Quickly sprinkle baking soda over mixture stirring constantly.
  • Stir in vanilla.gentlly stir in warmed peanut butter.till it is well combined.
  • Immediately pour candy onto prepared sheets.working quickly spread as thin as possible.
  • When cool, break into pieces.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 2504.7, Fat 142.6, SaturatedFat 29.2, Cholesterol 20.4, Sodium 1597, Carbohydrate 280.4, Fiber 18.6, Sugar 165.5, Protein 68.3

PEANUT BUTTER CHIP BRITTLE RECIPE



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A GOOD CANDY RECIPE.

Provided by Eve Peterson

Categories     Candies

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 2/3 c peanut butter chips,divided
1 1/2 c butter
1 3/4 c sugar
3 Tbsp light corn syrup
3 Tbsp water

Steps:

  • 1. Butter 15-1/2x10-1/2x1 inch jelly roll pan. sprinkle 1 cup peanut butter chips evenly onto bottom of prepared pan, set aside.
  • 2. Melt butter in heavy 2-1/2-quart saucepan, stir in sugar, corn syrup and water. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until mixture reaches 300 degrees on candy thermometer, this should take 30 to 35 min.
  • 3. Remove from heat. immediately spread mixture in prepared pan, sprinkle with remaining 2/3 c. peanut butter chips. Cool completely. Remove from pan. Break into pieces. Store in container.

PEANUT BUTTER CHEESECAKE WITH PEANUT BRITTLE



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Categories     Cake     Nut     Dessert     Bake     Kid-Friendly     Cream Cheese     Sour Cream     Jam or Jelly     Bon Appétit     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher     Small Plates

Yield Makes12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

Nonstick vegetable oil spray
2 8-ounce packages cream cheese, room temperature
1 1/4 cups creamy peanut butter (do not use old-fashioned style or freshly ground)
1 cup sugar
3/4 cup sour cream
3 large eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 11-ounce package peanut butter chips
1 tablespoon apricot jam, warmed
1 1/2 cups chopped Peanut Brittle

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325°F. Spray 9-inch-diameter springform pan with 2 3/4-inch-high sides with nonstick spray. Line bottom with parchment. Double-wrap outside of pan with heavy-duty aluminum foil.
  • Using electric mixer, beat cream cheese, peanut butter, and sugar in large bowl until well blended and fluffy. Beat in sour cream. Beat in eggs 1 at a time, then vanilla. Stir in peanut butter chips. Transfer batter to prepared pan.
  • Place springform pan in large roasting pan. Fill roasting pan with enough hot water to come 1 inch up sides of springform pan. Bake cake until slightly firm to touch and top appears dry, about 1 hour.
  • Refrigerate cake uncovered until cold, at least 4 hours. (Can be prepared 2 days ahead; cover and keep refrigerated.)
  • Cut around pan sides to loosen cheesecake; release sides. Invert cake onto platter; peel off parchment. Brush apricot jam over top of cake. Sprinkle 1 1/2 cups peanut brittle pieces over cake and serve.

Tips:

  • To make peanut butter brittle, you will need sugar, corn syrup, water, salt, peanut butter, and baking soda.
  • Use a heavy-bottomed saucepan to prevent burning.
  • Cook the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly.
  • Use a candy thermometer to reach the desired temperature (300 degrees Fahrenheit).
  • Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the peanut butter and baking soda.
  • Pour the mixture onto a greased baking sheet.
  • Let the brittle cool completely before breaking it into pieces.
  • Store the peanut butter brittle in an airtight container at room temperature.

Conclusion:

Peanut butter brittle is a delicious and easy-to-make candy that is perfect for parties, gifts, or simply enjoying as a snack. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a sweet and crunchy treat that everyone will love. So next time you are looking for a tasty and festive treat, give peanut butter brittle a try!

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