We’ve all heard of, and maybe even made, delicious peanut brittle. It seems to be a staple during the holiday season, and quick go-to when you need a sweet treat for a party or gift. This recipe is a take on the traditional, with a little bit of a twist. The pecans give the brittle a totally different flavor. So try it and enjoy!!
Microwave Pecan Brittle
Prep Time: 10 min
Cook Time: 9 min
Total Time: 49 min
Ingredients:
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 1 cup white sugar
- 1/2 cup light corn syrup
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Directions:
- Butter a baking sheet.
- Combine pecans, sugar, corn syrup, and salt in a glass 4-cup measuring cup.
- Heat in microwave for 3 1/2 minutes; stir and heat for 3 1/2 more minutes. Stir butter into pecan mixture and heat in microwave for 2 more minutes.
- Stir baking soda and vanilla extract into pecan mixture until foamy; pour onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Allow to cool completely before breaking brittle into pieces. Store in an airtight container.
