Microwave Peanut Brittle

This microwave peanut brittle is an easy and fuss-free way to make deliciously crunchy homemade candy. Perfect for gift giving or to treat yourself!

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 20 mins
• Calories: 89 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup white sugar
• ½ cup light corn syrup
• 1 teaspoon butter
• 1 cup salted peanuts

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Grease a cookie sheet; set aside. Combine sugar and corn syrup in a 2-quart microwave-safe bowl.

Step 2

Microwave on high for 4 minutes, stirring halfway through cooking time. Stir in peanuts and microwave on high for 3 1/2 minutes more. Stir in butter and vanilla: microwave for 1 1/2 minutes.

Step 3

Stir in baking soda until light and foamy; immediately pour onto the prepared cookie sheet and spread thin. Cool completely. Break into pieces, and store in an airtight container.