Description
My mom’s peanut brittle recipe – you can make it in the microwave in less than 10 minutes!
Ingredients
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup light corn syrup
- 1 cup raw peanuts
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
Instructions
- Pour sugar and corn syrup into a microwavable 1 1/2 quart casserole dish. Mix together and microwave on high for 3 minutes.
- Stir in peanuts and salt, and microwave for 3 more minutes.
- Add butter and vanilla, and stir well. Return to the microwave for 2 more minutes.
- Carefully remove the pan from the microwave, and add baking soda, stirring quickly.
- Pour out onto a Silpat lined or greased baking sheet. Allow to cool for 30 minutes before breaking it into bite sized pieces.