How Do You Make Easy Peanut Brittle?
Everyone loves peanut brittle, but did you know it is easy to make? Surprise your friends with homemade peanut brittle – there is no need to tell them how easy it is to make. It makes a great thank you gift for the helpers in your life. Since it doesn’t take long to make, it’s a great recipe to use if you realize that you forgot to make something for an event. This is also a great recipe for children to make with supervision. They can practice their math skills and end up with a tasty treat! Mix the sugar, light corn syrup, and raw peanuts in a large microwave-safe glass bowl. Cook the mixture on high for about ten minutes, depending on the strength of your microwave. Cook until the mixture is light brown in color. Remove from microwave and stir. Add the butter, vanilla, and baking soda to the mixture and stir well. The butter can be at room temperature, but do not melt before adding to the mixture. Pour the mixture onto a greased cookie sheet. If you like, you can also pour the mixtur
