Marie Burwell Hunt’s English Brittle

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 14

Marie Burwell Hunt's perfect English Brittle recipe

by The Chefin Appetizer

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

	2 cups sugar
	1 cup butter
	2 cups chopped almonds
	8 ounces semisweet chocolate , melted

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

537

Sugar

45g

Fat

30g

Marie Burwell Hunt's English Brittle recipe is a classic, dating back to the early 1900s. It is a simple yet delicious combination of butter, sugar, almonds, and chocolate. This sweet treat has a satisfying crunch and rich, buttery flavor that is perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth. It can be enjoyed on its own as a snack, or served as a dessert with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Instructions

1.	In a large saucepan, combine the sugar and butter over medium heat.
2.	Stir constantly until the sugar dissolves and the mixture begins to boil.
3.	Add in the chopped almonds, stirring frequently until the mixture reaches a light golden color.
4.	Pour the mixture onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
5.	Let cool for 10 minutes and then drizzle the melted semisweet chocolate over the top.
6.	Let cool completely and then break into bite-sized pieces.

PROS

Marie Burwell Hunt’s English Brittle is simple and easy to make and has a delicious, crunchy texture.

It can be enjoyed as a snack or a dessert, paired with a cup of tea or coffee.

The almonds in the recipe are a great source of protein, fibre and heart-healthy fats.

CONS

This recipe contains a high amount of sugar and butter, so it should be enjoyed in moderation.

It is not suitable for people with nut allergies.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Almonds are a great source of vitamin E, magnesium and antioxidants which can help to protect against oxidative stress and inflammation.
They may also lower levels of bad cholesterol and reduce the risk of heart disease.