Mom's Best Peanut Brittle

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1

   {'id': 'step_0', 'step': 1, 'text': 'Measure out all ingredients before starting. Grease a large rimmed baking sheet; set aside.'}

2. 2

   {'id': 'step_1', 'step': 2, 'text': 'Combine sugar, corn syrup, water, and salt in a heavy, 2-quart saucepan over medium heat.'}

3. 3

   {'id': 'step_2', 'step': 3, 'text': 'Stir until sugar is completely dissolved and the mixture comes to a boil, about 5 minutes.'}

4. 4

   {'id': 'step_3', 'step': 4, 'text': 'Stir in peanuts and set a candy thermometer in place. Continue cooking, stirring occasionally, until the temperature reaches 300 to 310 degrees F (150 to 155 degrees C). Don't be tempted to stir too much as this can make the brittle turn grainy.'}

5. 5

   {'id': 'step_4', 'step': 5, 'text': 'Remove from the heat. Quickly stir in butter and baking soda, then immediately pour mixture onto the prepared baking sheet. Quickly use 2 forks to lift and pull the mixture into a 12x14-inch rectangle. Let cool until completely firm, at least 30 minutes.'}

6. 6

   {'id': 'step_5', 'step': 6, 'text': 'Use a mallet to break peanut brittle into pieces.'}

7. 7

   {'id': 'step_6', 'step': 7, 'text': 'Enjoy!'}

📊 Nutrition Facts

Per serving (16 servings total)

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