Dulce de Leche Brittle
Prep
20 mins
Cook
40 mins
Servings
6
Difficulty
Easy
A crunchy and sweet dessert made with caramelized sugar and nuts.
Ella x
Ingredients
- 400 gsugar(diced)
- 200 mlwater(hot)
- 10 gsalt(optional)
- 100 gunsalted butter(melted)
- 2eggs(beaten)
- 1 gbaking soda(optional)
- 200 gflour(all-purpose)
- 150 gnuts(chopped)
- 5 mlvanilla extract(optional)
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Tip: To prevent sticking.
- 2
In a medium saucepan, combine the sugar, water, and salt (if using). Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook, stirring occasionally, until the sugar has dissolved.
Tip: Don't let the mixture boil.
- 3
Increase the heat to medium-high and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 5-7 minutes, or until the mixture turns a deep amber color.
Tip: Use a candy thermometer to check the temperature.
- 4
Remove the saucepan from the heat and carefully whisk in the melted butter and vanilla extract (if using). Let the mixture cool slightly.
Tip: Be careful, the mixture will bubble up.
- 5
Beat in the eggs until well combined. Pour the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet.
Tip: Spread the mixture evenly.
- 6
Sprinkle the baking soda (if using) and flour over the top of the mixture.
Tip: Don't overdo it.
- 7
Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the center is set.
Tip: Don't overbake.
- 8
Remove the baking sheet from the oven and sprinkle the chopped nuts over the top.
Tip: Use a spatula to spread the nuts evenly.
- 9
Let the brittle cool completely before breaking it into pieces.
Tip: Be patient, it's worth it.
- 10
Store the brittle in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.
Tip: Keep it fresh.
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