MACADAMIA ALMOND BRITTLE

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This is a nuttier version of a basic brittle recipe. I added macadamia nuts - my favorites - and the brittle turned out tastier than ever. I love making this crisp snack because the results are impressive...and the job goes fast using the microwave. -Cheryl Miller, Fort Collins, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 20m

Yield about 1 pound.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup sugar
1/2 cup light corn syrup
3/4 cup coarsely chopped macadamia nuts
3/4 cup coarsely chopped almonds
1 tablespoon butter
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 teaspoon baking soda

Steps:

  • In a 1-1/2-quart microwave-safe bowl, combine sugar and corn syrup. Microwave on high for 3 minutes. Stir in nuts. Microwave on high for 2-3 minutes or until a candy thermometer reads 300° (hard-crack stage). Quickly stir in butter, vanilla and baking soda until mixture is light and foamy. , When bubbles subside, pour onto a greased baking sheet, spreading as thinly as possible with a metal spatula. Cool completely; break into pieces. Store in an airtight container with waxed paper between the layers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 220 calories, Fat 11g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 154mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (24g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

Gerberos2000
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This brittle is so good, I can't stop eating it! I've already made it twice this week, and I'm sure I'll be making it again soon. It's the perfect treat to satisfy my sweet tooth.


Muhammad Miraz
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I'm not much of a baker, but this recipe was so easy to follow that I was able to make it without any problems. The brittle turned out perfectly, and it was a huge hit with my friends and family.


Arisha Khan Suki
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This is the best macadamia almond brittle I've ever had. It's so easy to make, and it turned out perfectly. The brittle is nice and crunchy, with a perfect balance of sweetness and saltiness. I'll definitely be making this again soon.


Luigi on Steroids
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This recipe was very easy to follow, and the brittle turned out beautifully. I love the combination of macadamia nuts and almonds, and the toffee coating is just the right amount of sweetness. I gave some of the brittle to my friends, and they all lo


Mian Zubair
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My family loved it!


Alisher Alisher
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Just perfect!


NAYEM YT IS BACK
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Great flavors!


maryfer silvacenteno
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Very easy recipe to follow.


Mustafa Sabro
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This recipe is a keeper! The brittle is so easy to make, and it tastes amazing. I love the combination of macadamia nuts and almonds, and the toffee coating is just perfect. I've already made it twice, and I'm sure I'll be making it many more times i


Youyou Mossaoui
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This brittle is dangerously addictive! I can't stop snacking on it. The macadamia nuts and almonds add a wonderful crunch, and the toffee coating is perfectly sweet and buttery. I'm definitely going to have to hide this from myself or I'll eat the wh


Legendary Davids
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I was a bit skeptical about making this recipe because I'm not much of a baker, but I'm so glad I did! It was surprisingly easy to make, and the results were absolutely delicious. The brittle is nice and crunchy, with a perfect balance of sweetness a


Zifat Hossain
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This macadamia almond brittle is a real treasure! It's so easy to make, yet it turned out looking and tasting like a million bucks. The combination of macadamia nuts and almonds gives it a rich, nutty flavor, and the buttery toffee coating is just pe