Easy Microwave Peanut Brittle

Easy Microwave Peanut Brittle

This microwave peanut brittle is quick and simple to prepare in the microwave without a candy thermometer for a crunchy, buttery homemade confection.

Preparation Time
10 mins
Cooking Time
10 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Calories
439 Calories

Recipe Instructions

Step 1
Mix sugar and corn syrup together in a microwaveable bowl safe for high temperatures.
Step 2
Grease a baking sheet and a wooden spoon with cooking spray.
Step 3
Heat sugar mixture in the microwave on high for 5 minutes.
Step 4
Stir peanuts and butter into sugar mixture. Heat in the microwave until mixture turns a caramel color, 3 to 4 minutes. Mix baking soda and vanilla into syrup until smooth and foam has dissipated.
Step 5
Spread candy onto the prepared baking sheet using the sprayed wooden spoon. Work quickly; candy hardens fast. Let stand until cool. Break into pieces to serve.
Easy Microwave Peanut Brittle
Easy Microwave Peanut Brittle
Easy Microwave Peanut Brittle
Easy Microwave Peanut Brittle

Ingredients

  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • cooking spray
  • 0.5 cup light corn syrup
  • 1.5 cups peanuts, or more to taste

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