Chocolate peanut brittle Recipe
American · Dessert · 30 min total
A crunchy, sweet, and salty treat that combines the classic peanut brittle with a rich chocolate coating. Perfect for gifting or snacking.
10
min prep
20
min cook
12
servings
210
kcal/serving
Ingredients
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup light corn syrup
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 cup roasted salted peanuts
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil or vegetable shortening
Instructions
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
- In a medium heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine sugar, corn syrup, and water. Stir over medium heat until sugar dissolves.
- Bring to a boil and cook without stirring until mixture reaches 300°F (hard crack stage) on a candy thermometer.
- Remove from heat and quickly stir in peanuts, vanilla, baking soda, and salt. The mixture will foam.
- Immediately pour onto prepared baking sheet and spread into a thin, even layer using a spatula. Let cool completely.
- Once brittle is cool, melt chocolate chips and coconut oil together in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second bursts, stirring until smooth.
- Spread melted chocolate over the brittle. Let set at room temperature or refrigerate until firm.
- Break into pieces and store in an airtight container.
Tips
- For a thicker chocolate layer, double the chocolate and oil.
- Store in a cool, dry place for up to 2 weeks.
- Add a sprinkle of flaky sea salt on top of the chocolate before it sets for extra flavor.
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