Honey Peanut Brittle Recipe

This irresistible Honey Peanut Brittle recipe is the perfect holiday gift or a delightful treat any time of year! Its crunchy texture and sweet and salty flavor combination will have everyone asking for more. Easy to make and incredibly satisfying, this recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 3467.7 kcal
Protein 117g
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Ingredients for Honey Peanut Brittle

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How to Make Honey Peanut Brittle

  1. In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup honey and 1/4 cup water.
  2. Cook over medium-high heat, without stirring, until the mixture reaches the hard crack stage (300°F/150°C on a candy thermometer).
  3. Remove from heat and immediately stir in 1 cup roasted peanuts, 1/2 cup coarsely chopped pecans (optional), and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
  4. Lightly grease a baking sheet with cooking spray or butter.
  5. Quickly pour the brittle mixture onto the prepared baking sheet and spread it thinly and evenly using a spatula or butter knife.
  6. Let the brittle cool and harden completely at room temperature (about 30-45 minutes).
  7. Once completely hardened, break the brittle into irregular pieces.
  8. Store in an airtight container at room temperature. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

124 g

Sugar

2264g

Fat

129g

Carbs

198g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Honey Peanut Brittle?

Honey Peanut Brittle takes about 35 minutes from start to finish — roughly 10 minutes to prepare and 25 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Honey Peanut Brittle?

Honey Peanut Brittle has approximately 3467.7 calories per serving, with about 117 g protein, 198 g carbohydrates and 192 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Honey Peanut Brittle?

The key ingredients for Honey Peanut Brittle are Honey, Water, Raw Peanuts, Butter, Baking Soda, Vanilla. See the full list with measurements above.

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