Pecan Brittle
Pecan Brittle is an easy candy you can whip up anytime. We love a Holiday treat but this Brittle is simple enough to do anytime.
Pecan Brittle the easy way
I know when you think of making candy, if you are like me, you think of complicated temperatures, candy thermometers, elaborate tools and mats to make candy to perfection.
I am here to blow all of those preconceived notions of candy making right out of the water! Just like our Easy Microwave Fudge, this Pecan Brittle is done in the Microwave too!
Pecans make is different and delicious. If you are a member of the Peanut team, feel free to substitute those here as well. Here at the Buttered Home, we love he buttery goodness of pecans.
How to make pecan brittle
It really is so simple. The most complicated thing about this recipe is the science behind what the baking soda does when mixed in. I won’t even try to explain it either. Just know, when you add it, the whole recipe will puff up to make this beautiful jeweled candy.
~ Ingredients ~
1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup light Karo Syrup
- 1 and 1/2 cup Pecan halves, chopped
1 tablespoon Butter
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
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~ Method ~
- Line a baking sheet with Foil or a silicone mat. Stay liberally with non stick cooking spray. Also prep a spatula by spraying it with non stick cooking spray. Set aside.
- In a large microwave safe bowl, combine sugar and syrup. Microwave on high for 3 minutes. Mix well and add pecans. Microwave another 3 minutes. Remove carefully and stir well.
- Add butter and vanilla and stir well. Microwave once more for one minute and mixture should be boiling a little. Carefully remove and add baking soda. Mix well and be sure to notice that mixture should foam up a bit and change color.Pour onto the silicone or foil lined pan and spread with the sprayed spatula.
- Set aside and allow to cool until it hardens. Break into pieces and store in an airtight container. Enjoy!
Making tasty gifts with food
One of our favorite things to do is to gift people with food. This Pecan Brittle is a quick and easy way to show someone how much they mean to you with a delicious gift! Package the brittle up in a pretty goodie bag and share the food love.
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Pecan Brittle
Ingredients
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup light Karo Syrup
- 1 and 1/2 cup Pecan halves chopped
- 1 tablespoon Butter
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
Instructions
- Line a baking sheet with Foil or a silicone mat. Stay liberally with non stick cooking spray. Also prep a spatula by spraying it with non stick cooking spray. Set aside.
- In a large microwave safe bowl, combine sugar and syrup. Microwave on high for 3 minutes. Mix well and add pecans. Microwave another 3 minutes. Remove carefully and stir well.
- Add butter and vanilla and stir well. Microwave once more for one minute and mixture should be boiling a little. Carefully remove and add baking soda. Mix well and be sure to notice that mixture should foam up a bit and change color.Pour onto the silicone or foil lined pan and spread with the sprayed spatula.
- Set aside and allow to cool until it hardens. Break into pieces and store in an airtight container. Enjoy!
In the pecan brittle recipe, did you mean 1 1/2 cups pecans
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Oops! Yes! Thank you!
I would love to make the pecan brittle but, can I make the candy on the stove? I don’t a microwave? Thank you for sharing.
I would love to make the pecan brittle but, can I make the candy on the stove? I don’t a microwave? Thank you for sharing.
Yes! I would just heat it on medium to high heat until you get a good boil. Remove from heat and skip to the step where you add the soda etc!
Thank you for sharing however I do not own a microwave! So my question, how can I make this on my stove?? I love pecan brittle and want to nake this for Christmas, I do have a candy thermomiter.
Love your recipes!! 🙂
i made this recipe,but if you toast the pecans or peanuts before adding, the taste is more prominent.