Spicy Peanut Brittle
Turn up the heat on classic brittle with this bold and buttery Spicy Peanut Brittle. Made with pantry staples and a dash of cayenne, it's a snappy, sweet treat with just the right kick.
Ingredients
- 1 cup of sugar
- 1 cup of corn syrup
- 1/4 cup of water
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper adjust to taste
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 3/4 cup salted peanuts
Instructions
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
- In a large, heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine the sugar, corn syrup, water, butter, vanilla, and cayenne. Stir once to mix, then stop stirring.
- Cook over medium heat without stirring. Let it bubble and darken to a golden amber color, gently swirling the pan or pressing down crystals if needed.
- Once the mixture reaches a rich golden stage, remove from heat. Quickly stir in the baking soda and peanuts—the mixture will foam up.
- Immediately pour onto the prepared sheet and let it spread naturally.
- Cool for 15 minutes at room temperature, then break into shards and enjoy.
Notes
- For a deeper flavor, use dark corn syrup.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.
- Avoid humidity to keep it crisp!