Microwave Cashew Brittle

This easy cashew brittle cooks in the microwave in just about 10 minutes. It's bound to disappear very fast so be warned: once you start eating, you won't be able to stop!

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 20 mins
• Calories: 740 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 cup white sugar
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon butter, or as needed
• 2 cups salted roasted cashews
• 0.5 cup light corn syrup
• 0.5 teaspoon butter flavoring

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Lightly butter a baking sheet with 1 teaspoon butter.

Step 2

Mix cashews, sugar, and corn syrup in a medium microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on high for 4 minutes. Remove, stir, and microwave for another 3 minutes. Remove and add 1 tablespoon butter, vanilla extract, and butter flavoring; stir to combine. Microwave for 2 minutes.

Step 3

Remove from the microwave and add baking soda; stir and fold until mixture is fluffy. Work quickly and spread mixture evenly on the prepared baking sheet. Let it sit until completely cooled. Break into pieces and keep in a airtight bag or container.