Homemade Nut Brittle (Peanut & Pecan Delight)

Instructions

1. Prepare the baking sheet. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it. This will prevent the brittle from sticking and make it easy to remove once it’s hardened.
2. Make the syrup mixture. In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Once the butter is melted, add the granulated sugar, heavy cream, and corn syrup. Stir to combine all the ingredients.
3. Bring to a boil. Allow the mixture to come to a boil while stirring occasionally. Once it starts boiling, reduce the heat to medium-low and let it simmer for about 5 minutes, stirring constantly. The mixture will thicken slightly during this time.
4. Remove from heat and add flavorings. Once the syrup has simmered for 5 minutes, remove the pan from the heat. Stir in the vanilla extract and baking soda. Be careful, as the mixture will bubble up slightly from the baking soda.
5. Mix in the nuts. Add the salted peanuts and chopped pecans to the syrup mixture, stirring well to ensure that all the nuts are evenly coated with the caramelized syrup.
6. Spread on the baking sheet. Pour the nut mixture onto the prepared baking sheet. Use a spatula or the back of a spoon to spread it out evenly into a thin layer. Let the brittle cool at room temperature for 1–2 hours until it hardens completely.
7. Break into pieces. Once the brittle has set and hardened, break it into pieces by hand or using a knife. The brittle should snap easily into small, bite-sized pieces.
8. Store and enjoy! Store the nut brittle in an airtight container at room temperature. It will stay fresh for up to a week, though it’s so delicious, it likely won’t last that long!

Serving Notes

This nut brittle is a fantastic snack, dessert, or holiday gift idea. It’s perfect for adding to a sweet treat platter, pairing with coffee, or just enjoying on its own. If you want to make it extra special, drizzle some melted chocolate over the brittle before it hardens for an added layer of flavor.

Prep Time: 10 minutes  |  Cook Time: 10 minutes  |  Total Time: 20 minutes

Servings: 12 servings  |  Calories: Approx. 250 kcal per serving