Microwave Peanut Brittle

Step 1

Instructions for 1000 watt microwave. Lightly grease a standard baking sheet, or cover with parchment paper or use a silicone baking mat.

Step 2

In a large microwave safe bowl stir together the sugar, corn syrup and salt. Microwave on high for 4 minutes or until bubbly and the sugar dissolves. Stop and stir at 2 minutes, halfway through cooking.

Step 3

After cooking for 4 minutes total, add the peanuts. Stir until coated.

Step 4

Return to the microwave cooking for an additional 3 minutes stopping to stir halfway.

Step 5

After cooking the peanuts in the syrup for 3 minutes, add cubed butter. Stir and return to the microwave, cooking for 1 minute.

Step 6

Remove from microwave. While stirring, add the vanilla and baking soda. The mixture will foam continue to stir until it does down slightly.

Step 7

Quickly pour onto the prepared pan or silicon mat and spread to approximately 1/4-inch thickness. You may use an offset spatula spritzed lightly with cooking spray.

Step 8

Allow to cool completely then break into desired size pieces. Store in an airtight container at room temperature. (Makes about 1 1/2 lbs)