BRITTLE WITH MIXED NUTS

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Nut fanciers have a lot to love about this irresistible brittle. The variety of nuts is what makes it do different. It's one of the first sweet treats to appear on my Christmas candy tray...and also the first to disappear!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 35m

Yield about 1-3/4 pounds.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1-1/2 teaspoons plus 3 tablespoons butter, divided
1-1/2 cups sugar
1 cup water
1 cup light corn syrup
1 can (10 ounces) mixed nuts without peanuts
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1-1/2 teaspoons baking soda

Steps:

  • Butter a baking sheet with 1-1/2 teaspoons of butter; set aside. In a large saucepan, combine the sugar, water and corn syrup. Cook over medium heat until a candy thermometer reads 270° (soft-crack stage), stirring occasionally. , Add nuts; cook and stir until the mixture reaches 300° (hard-crack stage). Remove from the heat; stir in vanilla and remaining butter. Add baking soda and stir vigorously. , Quickly pour onto prepared baking sheet. Spread with a buttered metal spatula to 1/4-in. thickness. Cool before breaking into pieces. Store in an airtight container.

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Ethan Jazman
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I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves brittle.


Christopher Jaimes
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Overall, this is a great recipe for brittle. It's easy to make and it turns out delicious.


Omen Midnight
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This brittle is really easy to make, but it's not as sweet as I was hoping.


Kya Chahta hai Kya Chahta hai yah
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I had some trouble getting the brittle to spread evenly in the pan, but it still turned out fine.


Fred Wanbui
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This brittle is a bit too hard for my taste, but it's still really good.


akhi
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's the perfect brittle for my holiday party.


Brandon Jessamin
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This brittle is the perfect snack to satisfy my sweet tooth.


Yes Dear
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I love that this brittle is made with all-natural ingredients.


Victor Tobby
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This brittle is a great way to use up leftover nuts.


Mary Alabi
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This brittle is really easy to make, but it's not as flavorful as I was hoping.


Maya Moni
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I had some trouble getting the brittle to set, but it eventually turned out fine.


Thanushka Pillay
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This brittle is a bit too sweet for my taste, but it's still really good.


Mdfoysal Ahmed
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I'm not a huge fan of brittle, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so delicious and easy to make.


Firinita Vaguna
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This brittle is the perfect holiday gift. It's easy to make and everyone loves it.


Shristi Rai
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I love the combination of nuts in this brittle. It gives it a really nice flavor and texture.


shamil kenya
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This brittle is so addictive! I can't stop eating it.


Aloude Balan
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I was a little skeptical about making this brittle because I'm not a very experienced baker. But it was actually really easy to make and it turned out delicious!


Nusrat Nusrat Akthr
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I've made this brittle several times now and it always turns out perfect. It's the perfect balance of sweet and crunchy.


Mohsin Aziz
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This brittle was a hit at my party! It was so easy to make and everyone loved it.