Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup light corn syrup
- 1/4 cup water
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 to 1 1/2 cups roasted salted peanuts or your favorite nuts
- Pinch of salt if your nuts are unsalted
Instructions
- Lightly grease your lined baking sheet or silicone mat. Keep your baking soda, vanilla, and butter measured and ready. Warm the baking sheet in a low oven.
- In a saucepan, combine sugar, corn syrup, and water. Cook over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Once boiling, stop stirring and let it bubble steadily.
- If using a thermometer, heat it to about 300°F (hard-crack stage). If not, drop a tiny bit into cold water. When it forms brittle threads, it’s ready.
- Stir in the nuts when the syrup hits 280°F or becomes light golden color. Remove from heat when it reaches 300°F.
- Stir in butter and vanilla immediately, then sprinkle baking soda over the top and stir until foamy.
- Pour the mixture onto the warm baking sheet and spread it out thinly. Let it cool completely before breaking into pieces.
Notes
Store in an airtight container in a dry place to keep it crunchy. Avoid refrigeration to prevent humidity.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Candy
- Method: Candy Making
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
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