Brown Butter Brittle
Prep
20 mins
Cook
35 mins
Servings
6
Difficulty
Easy
Making brown butter brittle is one of my favorite kitchen projects because it comes together in just about an hour from start to finish. The beauty of this recipe is how straightforward it truly is, with ingredients you probably already have on hand. I love using pecans here because they're packed with heart healthy fats and antioxidants, making this indulgence feel a little bit better. The brown butter adds such a rich, nutty depth that takes this candy from ordinary to absolutely craveable. Whether you're gifting it or keeping it all for yourself, this brittle never disappoints.
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Ingredients
- 250unsalted butter
- 500granulated sugar
- 100light brown sugar
- 10sea salt
- 1baking soda
- 200pecans
- 1vanilla extract
- 100confectioners' sugar
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 160°C (320°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2
In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Continue cooking, stirring occasionally, until the butter turns golden brown and has a nutty aroma.
Tip: Be patient, as this can take several minutes.
- 3
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the granulated sugar, light brown sugar, and sea salt until well combined.
- 4
Add the baking soda and stir to combine.
- 5
Stir in the chopped pecans.
- 6
Let the mixture cool slightly, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- 7
Pour the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet.
- 8
Allow the brittle to cool and set completely, then break it into pieces.
- 9
Dust the brittle with confectioners' sugar before serving.
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