Homemade Peanut Brittle

Ingredients:

• 2 cups granulated sugar
• ½ cup light corn syrup
• ½ cup water
• 2 cups raw peanuts
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, room temperature
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• ½ teaspoon sea salt (optional)

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Instructions:

1. Prepare the Baking Sheet:
   Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat. Make sure all ingredients are measured and ready to go.

2. Cook the Syrup:
   In a heavy-bottomed 3-quart saucepan, combine sugar, corn syrup, and water. Stir until the sugar is moistened.
   Insert a candy thermometer and cook the mixture over medium heat, without stirring, until it reaches 250°F.

3. Add Peanuts and Butter:
   Once the mixture reaches 250°F, add the peanuts and butter. Stir constantly while the thermometer reaches 300°F. The mixture should turn a golden amber color.

4. Finish the Brittle:
   Remove the saucepan from the heat and quickly stir in the baking soda, vanilla extract, and salt (if using). The mixture will foam up – this is normal!

5. Pour and Spread:
   Immediately pour the hot mixture onto the prepared baking sheet. Use a spatula to spread it to your desired thickness. Tip: For a thinner brittle, spread the mixture more; for a thicker brittle, spread less.

6. Cool and Break:
   Allow the brittle to cool completely at room temperature, about 30 minutes. Once cooled, break it into pieces and store in an airtight container.

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Notes:

• Don’t skip the baking soda – it gives the brittle its perfect, airy texture!
• Work quickly once the mixture reaches temperature, as it will set fast.
• Adjust the thickness by how much you spread the mixture on the baking sheet.

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Nutritional Information (Per Serving):

• Calories: 180
• Total Fat: 8g
• Protein: 4g
• Carbohydrates: 25g
• Sugar: 22g
• Fiber: 1g