There’s something truly magical about peanut brittle. Those crunchy bits of peanut ensnared in a sweet, glassy sugar matrix never fail to bring a smile to my face. But, like many others, I’ve always been intimidated by the thought of making candy at home. That’s until I came across this 10 Minute Peanut Brittle recipe. This recipe is a game changer, my friends! It’s ridiculously easy to make, takes very little time, and the end result is absolutely delicious. Not to mention, it’s a fun treat to make with the kids. All you need is a few basic ingredients, a microwave, and in just 10 minutes, you’ll have a batch of homemade peanut brittle that rivals any store-bought version. Plus, I’ve got a few tips and tricks up my sleeve to ensure that your peanut brittle comes out perfect every time. So, buckle up and let’s get started on this sweet adventure!
Ingredients
- 1 c. sugar
- 1/2 c. light corn syrup
- 1/4 tsp. salt
- 1 to 1 1/2 c. raw peanuts
- 1 Tbsp. butter or margarine
- 1 tsp. vanilla
- 1 tsp. soda
Microwave Cooking
- In 2-quart casserole (I use 2-quart measuring cup), mix the sugar, syrup and salt.
- Microwave on High for 5 minutes.
- Stir in peanuts.
- Microwave on High for 2 to 6 minutes or until syrup and peanuts are lightly browned, stirring after every 2 minutes of cooking time.
- Stir in butter, vanilla and baking soda until light and foamy.
- Spread to 1/4-inch thickness on a large well-buttered cookie sheet.
- When cool, break into small pieces.
Calorie: 200
Total cooking time: 10 minutes
Difficulty level: Easy
The Grand Misadventure of the Ten Minute Peanut Brittle
Well, hello there, fellow food enthusiasts! Brace yourselves for the roller-coaster ride of my latest culinary escapade. It’s full of sweet highs, salty lows, and nutty twists. You’re going to love it. I promise.
The Sweet Beginning
Every great story starts with sugar, and this one is no exception. Our tale begins with one cup of the sweet stuff, half a cup of light corn syrup (the lighter, the better), and a pinch of salt. Well, not a pinch exactly. To be precise, it’s about a quarter of a teaspoon. On a chilly Tuesday night, I found myself in my kitchen, armed with these three ingredients, a microwave, and a 2-quart measuring cup that doubles as a casserole dish. Yes, you heard that right. I’m a multi-tasking marvel.
The Microwave Magic
Now, microwaves and I have a complicated relationship. We’ve been through a lot together – the good, the bad, and the downright explosive. But, this time, it was as if the microwave gods were smiling down on me. I mixed my sugar, syrup, and salt in my handy-dandy casserole-cum-measuring cup and zapped it on high for five minutes. It was the most suspenseful five minutes of my life. I was half-expecting to open the microwave and find a sugary volcano, but instead, I found a beautiful, bubbling concoction. Success!
Introducing the Nutty Comrades
The next step was to stir in the peanuts. Now, the recipe called for raw peanuts, between one to one and a half cups, but I went all in and used the full one and a half cups. Go big or go home, right? Back to the microwave they went, for another two to six minutes until the syrup and peanuts were lightly browned. And let me tell you, stirring that sticky, nutty mess every two minutes was a workout. Who needs the gym when you have peanut brittle?
The Finishing Touches
Next up, we have butter and vanilla. I added a tablespoon of butter (or was it margarine?) and a teaspoon of vanilla. Then, for the pièce de résistance, a teaspoon of soda. The moment I stirred them in, the mixture became light and foamy. It was like watching a delicious, sugary science experiment.
The Cool Down
After all that excitement, it was time to cool down. I spread the mixture onto a large, well-buttered cookie sheet. I wish I could tell you that I achieved the perfect quarter-inch thickness, but let’s just say my ruler skills need some work. Once it was cool, I broke it into small pieces. And voila! My homemade 10-minute peanut brittle was ready.
The Final Verdict
So, how did my quick and easy peanut brittle turn out? Well, let’s just say it was a hit. It was the perfect combination of sweet, salty, and nutty. And the best part? It didn’t even stick to my teeth!
And that, my friends, is the tale of my 10-minute peanut brittle. It’s a story of sugar, light corn syrup, salt, peanuts, butter, vanilla, soda, and a little bit of microwave magic. And it just goes to show that with a little bit of humor and a lot of sugar, anything is possible. Until next time!
