Best 6 Quick And Easy Peanut Brittle Microwave Recipes

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Peanut brittle is a classic candy treat that is often enjoyed during the holiday season. While traditional peanut brittle recipes can be time-consuming and require specialized equipment, it is possible to make a quick and easy version of this candy in the microwave. With just a few simple ingredients and a few minutes of your time, you can create a delicious and crunchy peanut brittle that is perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth or sharing with friends and family.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

MICROWAVE PEANUT BRITTLE



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This is a wonderful recipe but you should only make it once a year, because you can't stop eating it.

Provided by Joyce

Categories     Desserts     Nut Dessert Recipes     Peanut Dessert Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 35

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup white sugar
½ cup light corn syrup
1 cup salted peanuts
1 teaspoon butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon baking soda

Steps:

  • Butter a cookie sheet. Combine sugar and corn syrup in a 2 quart glass bowl and microwave on high 4 minutes. Stir in peanuts and microwave on high 3 1/2 minutes more, then stir in butter and vanilla and microwave for 1 1/2 minutes.
  • Stir in baking soda until light and foamy. Pour onto cookie sheet and spread thin. Cool completely and break into pieces and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 61.2 calories, Carbohydrate 10.2 g, Cholesterol 0.3 mg, Fat 2.2 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 73.6 mg, Sugar 7.2 g

MICROWAVE PEANUT BRITTLE



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Provided by insanelygood

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup white sugar
1/2 cup light corn syrup
1 cup salted peanuts
1 teaspoon butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon baking soda

Steps:

  • Grease your cookie sheet with butter.
  • In a 2 quart glass bowl, combine sugar and corn syrup. Microwave for 4 minutes on high.
  • Stir in peanuts and microwave on high for another 3 ½ minutes. Stir in butter and vanilla. Microwave for 1 minute and 30 seconds.
  • Stir in baking soda until the batter becomes light and foamy. Pour batter onto the cookie sheet. Spread so that it's even and thin.
  • Cool completely and break into pieces.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 61 cal

EASY NO-FAIL MICROWAVE PEANUT BRITTLE



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I have been making this since microwaves first came out, it's so easy and really a no-fail recipe, you may use other kinds of nuts if desired --- *warning* this is very habit-forming :)

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Candy

Time 13m

Yield 1 pound

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup sugar
1/2 cup corn syrup
1 1/2 cups dry roasted salted peanuts (use dry roasted peanuts only!)
1 tablespoon butter
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla
1/2 teaspoon maple extract or 2 teaspoons vanilla
1 teaspoon baking soda

Steps:

  • Combine sugar and corn syrup in a 3-qt heat-resistant plastic microsafe bowl.
  • Microwave on high for 5 minutes.
  • Stir in peanuts; microwave on high for 2-3 mins longer, or until peanuts and syrup are lightly browned.
  • Add butter, vanilla and baking soda.
  • Mix until light and foamy (be careful, syrup is HOT!).
  • Pour quickly onto a buttered cookie sheet, and spread to desired thickness.
  • When cool, break into pieces.

EASY MICROWAVE PEANUT BRITTLE



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Super easy to make and tastes great. No need for a candy thermometer!

Provided by Amy B

Categories     Desserts     Nut Dessert Recipes     Peanut Dessert Recipes

Time 18m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

cooking spray
1 cup white sugar
½ cup light corn syrup
1 ½ cups peanuts, or more to taste
1 tablespoon butter
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Spray a baking sheet and a wooden spoon with cooking spray.
  • Mix sugar and corn syrup together in a microwaveable bowl safe for high temperatures.
  • Heat sugar mixture in microwave on high for 5 minutes.
  • Stir peanuts and butter into sugar mixture. Heat in microwave until mixture becomes a caramel color, 3 to 4 minutes.
  • Mix baking soda and vanilla extract into syrup until smooth and foam has dissipated. Spread candy onto the prepared baking sheet using the sprayed wooden spoon. Work quickly; candy hardens fast. Let stand until cool. Break into pieces to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 439.3 calories, Carbohydrate 62.3 g, Cholesterol 5.1 mg, Fat 20.1 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 8.7 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 537.1 mg, Sugar 42.2 g

BEST EVER MICROWAVE PEANUT BRITTLE



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Note your microwave needs to be 750 to 950 watt. If your microwave is higher need to lower your cooking times and if your microwave is less you will need to increase your cooking time. I'm sorry I did not update this sooner.

Provided by Joyce Heddin

Categories     Candy

Time 19m

Yield 1 pound, 12-20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup sugar
1/2 cup corn syrup
1 cup peanuts
1 tablespoon butter
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 teaspoon baking soda

Steps:

  • Mix sugar and corn syrup together and cook on high for 4 minutes.
  • Add peanuts mix well and cook on high for 3 minutes.
  • Add butter and vanilla and cook on high for 2 minutes.
  • Add baking soda and mix well, mixture will foam.
  • Spread on well butter foil.
  • when completely cooled break in to pieces.
  • Store in air tight container.
  • NOTE: Any type of nut can be used in place of the peanuts.

MICROWAVE PEANUT BRITTLE MICROWAVE RECIPE - (4.4/5)



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Provided by á-18433

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup sugar
1/2 cup corn syrup
1 cup raw peanuts
1 teaspoon butter
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 teaspoon baking soda

Steps:

  • Butter a cookie sheet. Set aside. Stir together sugar and corn syrup in a 2 quart glass bowl. Microwave 4 minutes. Add peanuts, stir well and microwave 3 minutes. Add butter and vanilla, stir well and microwave 1 minute. Add soda and stir well until light and foamy. Pour at once onto prepared cookie sheet. Spread thin. Cool, then break into pieces.

Tips:

  • Use a candy thermometer to accurately measure the temperature of the sugar syrup. This will ensure that the brittle reaches the correct stage of doneness.
  • Be careful when handling the hot sugar syrup. It can cause severe burns if it comes into contact with your skin.
  • Work quickly when pouring the sugar syrup onto the baking sheet. The syrup will start to set quickly, so you need to spread it out evenly before it hardens.
  • Do not stir the sugar syrup while it is cooking. Stirring can cause the sugar to crystallize and result in a grainy brittle.
  • If you want to add nuts or other mix-ins to the brittle, stir them in after the syrup has been poured onto the baking sheet.
  • Let the brittle cool completely before breaking it into pieces. This will help to prevent it from crumbling.

Conclusion:

Peanut brittle is a delicious and easy-to-make candy that is perfect for any occasion. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a batch of brittle that will be enjoyed by everyone. So next time you're looking for a sweet treat, give this peanut brittle recipe a try.

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