PUMPKIN SEED BRITTLE

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Provided by Alison Roman

Categories     Candy     Thanksgiving     Kid-Friendly     Halloween     Fall     Edible Gift     Seed     Candy Thermometer     Bon Appétit     Small Plates

Yield Makes 16 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

Nonstick vegetable oil spray
1 cup sugar
1/2 cup light corn syrup
1 cup raw shelled pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 teaspoon kosher salt
3/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon flaky sea salt
Special Equipment
A candy thermometer

Steps:

  • Spray a parchment-lined baking sheet with nonstick spray; set aside. Bring sugar, corn syrup, and 3 tablespoons water to a boil in a medium saucepan over medium heat, stirring to dissolve sugar. Fit saucepan with thermometer and cook until thermometer registers 290°F, 3-4 minutes.
  • Stir in pumpkin seeds, butter, and kosher salt and cook, stirring often, until pale brown and thermometer registers 305°F, 3-4 minutes.
  • Stir in baking soda and cinnamon (mixture will bubble vigorously), then immediately pour caramel onto prepared sheet. Using a heatproof spatula, quickly spread out and sprinkle with sea salt; let cool. Break brittle into pieces.
  • DO AHEAD: Brittle can be made 1 week ahead. Store airtight, layered between sheets of parchment paper, at room temperature.

Ariyan Afridi
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's the perfect way to use up my leftover pumpkin seeds.


shipon Shiponfs3
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This brittle is so delicious! I can't wait to make it again.


Meriam Lekalakala
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I've made this brittle several times and it's always a hit! It's the perfect treat for parties or potlucks.


Ziyan Mahmod
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This recipe was easy to follow and the brittle turned out great! I would definitely recommend it.


Taylor Mustache
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This brittle is a bit too sweet for my taste, but I think it would be great if you used less sugar.


Kierra Varble
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I'm not a huge fan of brittle, but I thought this recipe was pretty good. The pumpkin seeds added a nice touch.


sunder bc
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This recipe is a keeper! I will definitely be making it again and again.


Valeria Unicorn
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I love the combination of pumpkin seeds and spices in this brittle. It's the perfect fall treat.


Linet Ingutia
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This brittle is so easy to make, and it's a great way to use up leftover pumpkin seeds.


Maham Zahid
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I was hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a fan of pumpkin seeds, but I'm so glad I did! The brittle was sweet and crunchy, with a hint of pumpkin flavor.


Leticia Rojas
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My family and I had a fun time making pumpkin seed brittle! It was a great way to spend an afternoon together, and the brittle turned out delicious.