PECAN BRITTLE

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This is a favorite of my family. I love making this candy for Christmas.-Fern Newsom, Dubach, Louisiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 15m

Yield about 1 pound.

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 teaspoons plus 1 tablespoon butter, divided
1 cup sugar
1/2 cup light corn syrup
1 cup pecan halves
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Grease a 15x10x1-in. pan with 2 teaspoons butter; set aside. , In a 2-qt. microwave-safe glass dish, combine sugar and corn syrup. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 4 minutes or until a candy thermometer reads 238° (soft-ball stage). , Add pecans. Microwave for 4 minutes or until a candy thermometer reads 300° (hard-crack stage). Mixture will be very hot. Vigorously stir in the baking soda, vanilla and remaining butter until blended. , Quickly pour into prepared pan; spread with a metal spatula as thin as possible. Cool completely; break into pieces. Store in an airtight container with waxed paper between layers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 136 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 90mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

Ghulam Qasim
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This pecan brittle recipe is a disaster. The brittle is too thick and chewy.


Siviwe Bernard Njikelana
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I had a hard time getting the brittle to set. I'm not sure what I did wrong.


Faizur Rahman
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This pecan brittle is a bit too crunchy for my taste, but it's still very good.


Ogidiga Nelson
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This pecan brittle is a bit too sweet for my taste, but it's still very good.


Siraj islam
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I've tried many pecan brittle recipes, but this one is by far the best. It's so easy to make and the results are always perfect.


Md kajol Ahmed
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This pecan brittle is the perfect combination of sweet, crunchy, and nutty. It's the perfect snack or dessert.


Mona Mohammed
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I'm not a huge fan of pecan brittle, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so delicious and I can't get enough of it.


Asad Abas
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This pecan brittle is so addictive! I can't stop eating it.


Ben mupasiri
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I've been making this pecan brittle for years and it's always a hit. It's the perfect balance of sweet and crunchy.


Mohamed I'd blkacme
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This pecan brittle is the perfect holiday gift. It's delicious and festive, and it's always a welcome addition to a gift basket.


OpAlok YT
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I love this pecan brittle recipe because it's so versatile. I can add different nuts or seeds, or even chocolate chips, to change it up.


Lerato Matloga
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This pecan brittle is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Emmanuelsony joshuana Ssekwiro
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I made this pecan brittle for a party and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it!


Mr Faizi
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This is the best pecan brittle recipe I've ever tried. The brittle is so thin and crispy, and the pecans are perfectly roasted. I highly recommend this recipe!


oritune
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I've made this pecan brittle several times and it always turns out perfectly. It's the perfect combination of sweet, crunchy, and buttery.


RAZZ SAH
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This pecan brittle recipe is a keeper! It's so easy to make and the results are delicious.


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