Microwave Peanut Brittle Recipe
This Microwave Peanut Brittle Recipe creates crisp, golden candy using sugar, corn syrup, roasted peanuts, butter, and baking soda. Made quickly in the microwave, it delivers classic peanut brittle flavor with a simple, convenient method.
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Servings: 9
Ingredients
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup light corn syrup
- 1 cup unsalted roasted peanuts
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon butter plus additional butter for greasing the baking sheet
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
Instructions
Prepare the baking sheet
- Liberally grease a baking sheet with butter to prevent sticking. Set aside.
Combine sugar and corn syrup
- In a large microwave-safe glass bowl, stir together the granulated sugar and light corn syrup until evenly combined.
First microwave stage
- Microwave the mixture on high power for approximately 3 1/2 minutes. The mixture should become hot and begin to bubble.
Add peanuts and salt
- Carefully remove the bowl from the microwave and stir in the roasted peanuts and salt. Return the bowl to the microwave.
Second microwave stage
- Microwave on high power for 3 minutes, stirring halfway through the cooking time to ensure even heating.
Incorporate butter and vanilla
- Remove the bowl from the microwave and stir in the butter and vanilla extract until the butter is fully melted and incorporated.
Final microwave stage
- Microwave the mixture again on high power for 1 1/2 minutes, allowing the candy mixture to develop a deeper golden color.
Add baking soda
- Stir in the baking soda quickly. The mixture will foam and expand slightly. Mix until fully incorporated.
Spread the brittle
- Immediately pour the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet. Spread lightly with a spatula to form an even layer.
Cool and break
- Allow the brittle to cool completely at room temperature. Once hardened, break into pieces and serve.
Notes
This Microwave Peanut Brittle Recipe is naturally gluten-free when prepared with certified gluten-free ingredients. Always verify that the peanuts, vanilla extract, and corn syrup are labeled gluten-free to prevent cross-contamination.