Lacey Swope's Peanut Brittle

corn syrup

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: maple syrup

Honey adds natural sweetness with a different flavor profile.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is dairy-free and adds a unique taste.

sugar

🥗Healthier: stevia

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Stevia reduces calories while maintaining sweetness.

peanuts

🥗Healthier: almonds

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Almonds offer a different flavor and texture.

Prepare a cup of water for testing the candy mixture.

In a saucepan, combine 1 cup corn syrup, 1 cup sugar, and 1 cup water.

Bring the mixture to a boil without stirring.

Once boiling, test the mixture by dropping a spoonful into the cup of water; if it forms a small ball, it's ready.

Use a thermometer to check the temperature; once it reaches 250°F, add the peanuts.

Stir continuously to bring the mixture back up to 300°F, which takes about 5 minutes.

Once at 300°F, add 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 1 tablespoon butter to the mixture; it will foam up.

Stir the mixture well to combine all ingredients.

Pour the mixture onto a parchment paper-lined baking sheet or a greased pan, spreading it out evenly.

Let the peanut brittle cool completely before breaking it into pieces.

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