Joanna Gaines Peanut Brittle Recipe
If you love crunchy, sweet treats, this Joanna Gaines Peanut Brittle Recipe is perfect for you. It is golden, crunchy and full of rich peanut flavor.
Ingredients
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup light corn syrup
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 cup raw peanuts
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
Prepare Baking Sheet
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Set aside to pour hot brittle later.
Cook Sugar Mixture
- In a saucepan, combine sugar, corn syrup and water. Heat over medium until sugar dissolves.
Add Peanuts
- Stir in peanuts and continue cooking. Stir frequently to prevent burning.
Boil to Caramel Stage
- Cook mixture until golden brown and reaches 300°F (hard crack stage) on candy thermometer.
Remove from Heat
- Take saucepan off heat. Immediately stir in butter, vanilla, baking soda, and salt.
Pour onto Baking Sheet
- Quickly pour mixture onto prepared baking sheet. Spread evenly using spatula.
Cool and Hardening
- Let peanut brittle cool completely at room temperature until firm.
Break into Pieces
- Once cool, break brittle into bite-sized pieces using a knife or hands.
Store
- Store in an airtight container to keep it crisp.
Notes
- Use roasted peanuts for stronger flavor
- Add a pinch of cayenne for spicy brittle
- Substitute peanuts with almonds or cashews
- Make small batches to prevent burning
- Use a silicone mat instead of parchment paper
- Don’t stir too aggressively after adding baking soda
- Store in a cool, dry place for best texture