Mint Chocolate Brittle
Prep
20 mins
Cook
25 mins
Servings
8
Difficulty
Easy
My favorite way to satisfy a chocolate craving without spending hours in the kitchen is this mint chocolate brittle. The combination of dark chocolate and peppermint is absolutely divine, and the best part is that you can have it ready in just 45 minutes from start to finish. Dark chocolate contains antioxidants that are genuinely good for you, so you can feel a bit better about indulging. The recipe is incredibly straightforward with simple ingredients you probably already have at home, making it both budget friendly and foolproof. Whether you're whipping it up for yourself or sharing it as a gift, this brittle never fails to impress.
Ella x
Ingredients
- 400dark chocolate
- 2 mlpeppermint oil
- 500 ggranulated sugar
- 200 gall-purpose flour
- 150 gunsalted butter
- 100 gchopped peanuts
- 10 gsea salt
- 2egg whites
- 1 mlvanilla extract
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 160°C (325°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2
Melt the dark chocolate and peppermint oil in a double boiler or in the microwave in 30-second increments, stirring between each interval.
Tip: Be careful not to overheat the chocolate.
- 3
Whisk together the granulated sugar, all-purpose flour, and sea salt in a medium bowl.
Tip: This mixture will help the brittle set properly.
- 4
In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg whites and vanilla extract.
Tip: Make sure the egg whites are at room temperature for the best results.
- 5
Add the melted chocolate mixture to the sugar mixture and whisk until combined.
Tip: This is the most important part of the brittle - it needs to be smooth and even.
- 6
Pour the chocolate mixture onto the prepared baking sheet and spread it evenly.
Tip: Use a spatula to spread the chocolate to the edges of the sheet.
- 7
Sprinkle the chopped peanuts and sea salt over the top of the chocolate mixture.
Tip: This adds a nice crunch and flavor to the brittle.
- 8
Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
Tip: Keep an eye on the brittle after 15 minutes as it can burn quickly.
- 9
Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let it cool completely.
Tip: This is the hardest part - waiting for the brittle to cool.
- 10
Once the brittle is cool, break it into pieces and serve.
Tip: Enjoy your delicious mint chocolate brittle!
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