Microwave Peanut Brittle

Day 8 of 25 Days of Christmas.  This microwave peanut brittle tastes as good as that you used to make taking a lot of time and stirring, plus it is so easy and usually fail proof.  It’s a family favorite and will be yours too.

 

 

I’ve actually been using this recipe and making this for many years.  The recipe was originally in a cookbook with a microwave we bought my Mom for Christmas when they were the newest gadget to have.  And I think it cost about $500 – $600 dollars.  That was really a lot of money to spend 40 years ago.

Make a quick batch for gifts or a late night snack.  Always make sure you store it in an air tight container.

Making Microwave Peanut Brittle

It’s pretty easy with just a few ingredients.

You do need to use a stronger microwave, such as 1000 watt.  This is pretty standard for most microwave except some really cheap or maybe found in small apartment.  I tried once with a lower wattage and it just didn’t cook properly.  

Ingredients

1 C granulated sugar
1/2 C white corn syrup
1 C roasted, salted peanuts
1 tsp butter
1 tsp vanilla
1 tsp baking soda

Instructions

Mix sugar and syrup in 1 1/2 qt. microwave safe bowl.

Microwave on High for 4 minutes.

Stir in peanuts.

Microwave on High for 3 – 5 minutes. I did 4 minutes.

Add butter and vanilla.

Stir well.

Microwave on High for 1 – 2 minutes. I did 1 1/2 minutes.

Peanuts will start to brown lightly.

Stir in baking soda quickly until it becomes lighter in color and foamy.

Spread mixture quickly onto a non-stick coated baking sheet.

Cool for 1/2 to 1 hour.

Break into smaller pieces and store.

A Few Hints

CAUTION – Mixture will be very hot so take precautions.

This isn’t a good recipe for young children since this hot mixture will burn easily.

Mine is a bit darker since my Mexican Vanilla is darker than normal.

Always use pure vanilla instead of artificial flavored.

If your baking sheet isn’t a non-stick, lightly butter.

Microwave times can vary by your microwave.

Dig out your old Corning Ware.  Love it for recipes like these.

 

I love watching it foam after adding the baking soda.  Notice the change in color as you stir.

Have you ever tried to make this?  Let me know. 

A few more treat ideas for you.

No Bake Peanut Butter Balls Covered in Chocolate

Hot Chocolate Made in the Crock Pot

The Taste of Cocoa in a Cookie