Microwaveable Peanut Brittle Recipe

By mamacasma

A traditional Christmas favorite made in the microwave.

Ingredients

• 1 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup light corn syrup
• 1 1/2 cups dry roasted peanuts
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon baking soda

Preparation

Step 1

1. Butter baking sheet.
2. Combine corn syrup and sugar in mixing bowl. Microwave on high for 3 minutes, stir and place back in the microwave for an additional 2 minutes on high.
3. Stir in peanuts and microwave on high for 4 minutes or until mixture becomes a golden brown.
4. Add vanilla and butter, stirring until butter is completely melted. Microwave for 1 minute.
5. Remove from microwave and stir in baking soda.
6. Quickly spread out evenly on greased baking sheet.
7. Let cool completely and then break into small pieces to serve.