Homemade Peanut Brittle (Easy, Foolproof Recipe)

Learn how to make the best peanut brittle in a few, no fail, easy steps! This homemade peanut brittle recipe has been made countless times and always turns out perfectly time and again with a light, crisp texture. Discover many expert tips right here, such as how to store, fixing sticky, chewy nut brittle, and more!

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Step 1

Grease a large baking sheet with some butter, or line with parchment paper, or silicone baking mat. Reserve the 2 tablespoons softened butter for recipe.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan combine the sugar, water, salt, and corn syrup. Cook over medium heat until sugar dissolves and mixture starts to boil. Stir in peanuts.

Step 3

Set a candy thermometer in place and continue to cook, stirring intermittently until temperature reaches exactly 300ºF / 149ºC. This will take about 10 minutes and mixture will get very thick.

Step 4

Immediately remove from heat and stir in butter, baking soda, and vanilla vigorously. (Be careful it will boil up and expand) Pour onto the prepared baking sheet. Spread with a silicone spoon. Let it cool slightly then pull more with a fork, until it almost fills up the baking sheet.

Step 5

Cool completely and break into pieces. It takes a few hours for the brittle to fully set and eliminate any "chewiness." Store in tin or another airtight container.

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