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.

Elia Ramanyimi
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Meh.


rae laree
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times and it always turns out perfectly. My friends and family love it.


PSG ARMY FF
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I was disappointed with this recipe. The peanut brittle was too hard and brittle, and it didn't have much flavor.


Bacha Saib
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I've never been a fan of peanut brittle, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so light and airy, and the flavor is amazing.


Fabiola Urbieta Urbieta
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This peanut brittle is the perfect combination of sweet and salty. It's also incredibly addictive! I can't stop eating it.


Daylah Cox
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Yum!


Hoorain Hayat khan
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The peanut brittle turned out a little too hard for my taste, but I think that was because I cooked it for a few seconds too long. Next time, I'll be sure to watch it more closely.


Meer Sahib
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I love that this recipe doesn't require any special equipment. All you need is a microwave and a few basic ingredients.


Faraz Jan
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This recipe is a lifesaver! I used to spend hours making peanut brittle on the stovetop, but now I can make it in the microwave in just a few minutes. It's perfect for when I'm short on time or energy.


Lena Jakupi
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Not bad for a microwave recipe.


Riaz h
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So easy and delicious! I was hesitant to try making peanut brittle in the microwave, but I'm so glad I did. It turned out perfectly and was so much easier than I thought it would be. I'll definitely be making this again.


Arthur Bernasko
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This peanut brittle recipe is a game-changer! I've tried making peanut brittle in the past, but it always turned out too hard or too soft. This recipe, however, produced perfect peanut brittle that was crispy and brittle, with just the right amount o