Nut Brittle Recipe
American · Dessert · 25 min total
A classic crunchy, sweet brittle packed with toasted nuts and caramelized sugar, perfect for snacking or gifting.
10
min prep
min prep
15
min cook
min cook
8
servings
servings
280
kcal/serving
kcal/serving
Ingredients
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup light corn syrup
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup mixed nuts (almonds, pecans, peanuts), toasted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
Instructions
- Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat. Set aside.
- In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine sugar, corn syrup, water, and salt. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon, until sugar dissolves and mixture comes to a boil.
- Attach a candy thermometer to the pan. Continue cooking without stirring until the mixture reaches 300°F (hard crack stage), about 10-12 minutes.
- Remove from heat. Quickly stir in the toasted nuts, vanilla extract, baking soda, and butter. The mixture will foam up; stir until well combined.
- Immediately pour the hot mixture onto the prepared baking sheet. Using a greased spatula or offset spatula, spread into an even layer about 1/4-inch thick.
- Allow to cool completely at room temperature, about 30 minutes. Once hard, break into pieces.
Tips
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.
- For a chocolate version, drizzle melted dark chocolate over the cooled brittle.
- Avoid making brittle on humid days as it can become sticky.
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