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candy nut brittle

The Perfect Nut Brittle Recipe

A crisp, yet buttery, brittle that is loaded with a multitude of nuts!
5 from 10 votes
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 40 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 18

Equipment

  • 1 Cookie Sheet Pan 9" x 13"
  • 1 Parchment Paper or SilPat (Silpat is preferred)

Ingredients
  

  • 14 Ounces Granulated Sugar (2 cups)
  • ½ Cup Water
  • 4 Ounces Unsalted Butter (1 stick)
  • Cup Corn Syrup (Dark or Light)
  • ½ teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 12 Ounces Roasted Nuts of your choice

Instructions
 

  • Prepare a 9" x 13" sheet pan by lining with a silicone baking mat or lightly grease with butter.
  • Combine granulated sugar, water, butter and corn syrup in a heavy-bottomed sauce pan.
  • Begin heating over medium-high heat stirring occasionally until the mixture begins to boil.
  • Wipe the inside of the pan with a clean brush dipped in cold water to remove any sugar crystals.
  • Continue to cook until the caramel reaches 300°. This will take 8 - 12 minutes.
  • Remove from heat, add the baking soda and stir briefly. Use caution as the caramel may sputter.
  • Add the nuts and stir quickly to ensure all nuts are coated with the caramel.
  • Working quickly, pour the mixture onto a Silpat or other heat-resistant surface. Smooth the mixture with a spatula.
  • Cool the nut brittle completely (about 40 minutes) and break pieces.
  • Enjoy!

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