Peanut Brittles

May 25, 2023May 25, 20230 12

Crunchy and Sweet Peanut Brittles Recipe for a Quick Treat

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

5 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

15 min

Level

Very Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 cup sugar
	1 cup roasted peanuts ( unsalted )
	1/2 cup unsalted butter

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

279

Sugar

23g

Fat

18g

Peanut Brittles, also known as Peanut Brittle, are a popular confectionery made from melted sugar and roasted peanuts. It is a hard and crunchy candy that is sweet and nutty in taste. This sweet snack can be enjoyed by everyone and is versatile in its uses. It can be packaged and given as a gift or served as a party snack. While there is no definitive history of the Peanut Brittles, it is believed to have originated in the United States or the United Kingdom.

Instructions

1.	In a heavy-bottomed pan, melt sugar on low heat until it caramalizes and turns golden brown.
2.	Add roasted peanuts to the melted caramel and mix well.
3.	Remove the mixture from heat and immediately mix in the unsalted butter. Be careful as it may splatter.
4.	Pour the mixture onto a sheet of buttered parchment paper and flatten it out to even thickness.
5.	Let it cool completely. Once cool, break into small pieces and store it in an air-tight container.

PROS

Peanut Brittles are easy to make and require only 3 ingredients.

They store well and are perfect for a sweet snack.

CONS

This recipe uses sugar, which means it is high in calories.

Peanut Brittles may pose a choking hazard as they can be very hard and crunchy.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Peanuts are a good source of healthy fats and protein.
They also contain fiber, vitamin E, and other important nutrients.
However, as Peanut Brittles are high in sugar, they should be consumed in moderation.