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Microwaveable Peanut Brittle - Recipe

A traditional Christmas favorite made in the microwave.
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Microwaveable Peanut Brittle Recipe
Directions
  • Butter baking sheet.
  • Combine corn syrup and sugar in mixing bowl. Microwave on high for 3 minutes, stir and place back in the microwave for an additional 2 minutes on high.
  • Stir in peanuts and microwave on high for 4 minutes or until mixture becomes a golden brown.
  • Add vanilla and butter, stirring until butter is completely melted. Microwave for 1 minute.
  • Remove from microwave and stir in baking soda.
  • Quickly spread out evenly on greased baking sheet.
  • Let cool completely and then break into small pieces to serve.
 
 
Prep Time: 1 minute
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Container: medium glass mixing bowl, baking sheet with sides
Servings: 8
Ingredients
-1 cup sugar
-1/2 cup light corn syrup
-1 1/2 cups dry roasted peanuts
-1 tablespoon butter
-1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
-1 teaspoon baking soda