SPICED RUM-NUT BRITTLE

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Seasoned with cayenne pepper and cinnamon, this spicy microwave brittle packs its own heat and warms up holiday visitors. It also makes a superb stocking stuffer! -Terri McKitrick, Delafield, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 25m

Yield about 1 pound.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup sugar
1/2 cup light corn syrup
1/2 cup chopped cashews
1/2 cup chopped pecans
1 teaspoon butter
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/8 teaspoon salt
Pinch ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon rum extract
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Grease a 15x10x1-in. pan; set aside. , In a 2-qt. microwave-safe bowl, combine sugar and corn syrup. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 3 minutes; stir. Microwave 2-1/2 minutes longer. Stir in the cashews, pecans, butter, cinnamon, cayenne, salt and nutmeg. , Microwave, uncovered, on high for 2 minutes or until mixture turns a light amber color (mixture will be very hot). Quickly stir in baking soda and extracts until light and foamy. Immediately pour into prepared pan; spread with a metal spatula. Cool completely. Break into pieces; store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 263 calories, Fat 9g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 267mg sodium, Carbohydrate 46g carbohydrate (43g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

Joe Breland
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I'm not a big fan of brittle, but I really liked this recipe. The spices and rum give it a really nice flavor.


Johannah Flores
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This brittle is a great gift idea. It's festive and delicious, and it's easy to make.


Ms Sabina
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This brittle is so easy to make and it's so delicious! I love the way the spices and rum flavor the nuts.


Okailets Okai
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I had a hard time getting the brittle to set. I think I might have cooked it for too long.


Anam Batool
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This brittle is a little too sweet for my taste, but it's still good. I think I'll try reducing the amount of sugar next time.


Amina Gelchu
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I've made this brittle several times and it always turns out perfect. It's a great recipe for beginners and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Saiful kutub
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This brittle is so delicious! The spices and rum give it a really unique flavor. I will definitely be making this again.


Andrew Fagan
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I made this brittle for Christmas gifts and they were a huge success! Everyone loved them and asked for the recipe. They are so easy to make and look so festive.


Emma Shawtty
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This spiced rum nut brittle was a hit at my holiday party! It was so easy to make and everyone loved the flavor. It's a great recipe for anyone who loves crunchy, sweet treats.