Caramel Brittle
Prep
20 mins
Cook
25 mins
Servings
6
Difficulty
Easy
Making caramel brittle at home is honestly one of my favorite kitchen projects because it's surprisingly simple and comes together in under an hour. The best part? You probably have most of these ingredients already in your pantry, which makes this an incredibly budget friendly treat. I love using almonds in this recipe since they're packed with healthy fats and protein, so you can feel a little less guilty indulging in a piece or two. The whole process is straightforward too, with just a few steps between you and that perfect golden, crunchy candy that tastes like something from a fancy confectionery.
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Ingredients
- 400 gsugar
- 200 mllight corn syrup
- 200 mlwater
- 20 gsea salt
- 100 gbutter
- 1vanilla extract
- 200 gunsalted almonds
- 2 gbaking soda
- nullcooking spray
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 180°C. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Tip: Use a heavy-bottomed pan to prevent sugar crystallization.
- 2
Combine sugar, corn syrup, and water in a saucepan. Place over medium heat and stir until the sugar dissolves.
Tip: Don't stir too much, or the syrup will crystallize.
- 3
Bring the syrup to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 10 minutes.
Tip: Use a candy thermometer to monitor the temperature.
- 4
Remove the syrup from heat and stir in butter, vanilla extract, and sea salt.
Tip: Be careful, as the syrup will bubble up vigorously.
- 5
Pour the syrup onto the prepared baking sheet and spread it evenly.
Tip: Use a spatula to spread the syrup quickly, before it sets.
- 6
Bake for 10 minutes, then remove from the oven and sprinkle with almonds.
Tip: Bake for a few minutes longer if you prefer a crunchier brittle.
- 7
Allow the brittle to cool and harden completely.
Tip: This may take up to 30 minutes.
- 8
Break the brittle into pieces and serve.
Tip: Store in an airtight container to maintain crispiness.
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