Old Fashioned Peanut Brittle Recipe
This classic peanut brittle is light and airy, super buttery and chock full of crunchy peanuts. It’s a simple homemade candy that everyone loves and takes just a few minutes to make.
Servings: 18 people
Calories: 334kcal
Ingredients
- 3 cups sugar
- 1¼ cups light corn syrup
- ½ cup water
- 2 cups peanuts raw
- ½ cup butter
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a large saucepan over medium heat, add the sugar, corn syrup, and water. Cook until the sugar is dissolved, stirring as needed.
- Add the peanuts and stir frequently until the temperature reaches 300 degrees F on a candy thermometer.
- Remove from heat and add the butter, salt, baking soda, and vanilla. Stir just until combined then immediately pour as evenly as possible onto a large buttered baking sheet. Do not spread.
- Let the mixture cool to room temperature (at least 30 minutes) then break into 2" pieces using your fingers.
- Serve immediately or store in a cool place in a covered container. Enjoy!
Notes
Storing instructions: store peanut brittle in an airtight container in a cool, dark place at room temperature for up to 2 weeks, or in the freezer for up to 3 months. To thaw, pull out to room temperature overnight.
Nutrition
Calories: 334kcal | Carbohydrates: 54g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 14mg | Sodium: 185mg | Potassium: 124mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 52g | Vitamin A: 158IU | Calcium: 22mg | Iron: 1mg