Mom's Peanut Brittle Recipe
I always look forward to making peanut brittle, no matter the time of year! I have what I believe is the best recipe for peanut brittle in the world! Unfortunately, I cannot claim the fame, because I got this recipe from my Mom.....who is the best cook I have ever known. I used to love when she made it, the brittle was so delicious, it just melts in your mouth.
Since Mom has been gone for over 10 years, I make it myself now. I can't make it too often, as the hubby is diabetic and he can't resist it. It really isn't that hard to make, it gets easier each time you make it.
Ingredients
2 cups of sugar
1 1/2 cups Karo syrup (can use corn syrup but Mom always used Karo)
1/2 cup water
2 1/2 cups of raw, unsalted peanuts
1 tablespoon butter
2 teaspoons vanilla
2 rounded teaspoons baking soda
Instructions
Boil sugar, syrup, and water until it threads, then reduces heat.
Add raw, unsalted peanuts and stir until mixed.
Continue to stir until the mixture is golden brown.
Add butter, vanilla, and baking soda and stir quickly. Do not over cook!
As soon as it is mixed, pour the mixture into a greased pan and let cool.
Break into pieces.
This peanut brittle makes a great gift, just break into small pieces and put it in a pretty metal tin, or a decorated mason jar. If you like, you could even attach a card with the recipe! Almost everyone loves peanut brittle!
I love to share my family recipes, people are always so appreciative. I hope you will share this post with your friends and family so they can make this great treat for the ones they love!
