Grandma's Gluten Free Peanut Brittle (in under an hour)
This Gluten Free Peanut Brittle captures the magic of the holiday season with it's delicious blend of rich caramel flavor and crunchy peanuts. A true family favorite for gifting, Christmas parties, or snacking on at home. Made with pantry staple ingredients, this classic treat comes together in no time.
Servings: 20 people
Calories: 266kcal
Cost: 20
Ingredients
- 2 cups sugar
- 1 cup light corn syrup
- 1 cup water
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 16 ounces raw spanish peanuts
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 teaspoons gluten free vanilla
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
Instructions
- Prepare a sheet pan covered in foil and spray with a light layer of non-stick spray. Set aside.
- In a 4-6 quart stock pot, combine the sugar, water, corn syrup and salt. Use a long wooden spoon to combine. Place a candy thermometer on the side of the pan.
- Heat over medium heat and do not stir.
- Once the mixture reaches 234 degrees, add in the peanuts. Stir well to combine.
- Continue to stir frequently. The peanuts will scorch if they sit too long without moving.
- Once the mixture reaches 270 degrees, add in the butter. Continue to stir constantly.
- Once the mixture reaches 290 degrees, remove from the heat.
- Work quickly to add in the vanilla and baking soda. Stir vigorously to combine.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared pan. The brittle will begin to set as it cools, so have your items ready to expedite the process.
- Once the brittle is cool, break it into pieces.
Notes
Tips for Success
- Don’t skip the baking soda: It creates air pockets, making the brittle easier to bite into.
- Use a candy thermometer: This helps with accurate temperatures, making the brittle perfect every time.
- Prep everything in advance: Measure the ingredients and prepare your pan before starting, this will help speed the process along.
Nutrition
Calories: 266kcal | Carbohydrates: 37g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 0.05g | Cholesterol: 3mg | Sodium: 104mg | Potassium: 170mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 33g | Vitamin A: 35IU | Calcium: 27mg | Iron: 1mg