How to Make Almond Brittle

Almond brittle is a great candy to make for holiday giving and for the candy display on the buffet for dinners. Use blanched almonds for this recipe.

Difficulty: Moderate

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• 1/2 c corn syrup
• 2 c sugar
• 1/3 c water
• 1/4 t salt
• 3 T butter
• 1 c blanched almonds, rough chopped
• 1 t vanilla extract

1. In a saucepan, mix corn syrup, sugar, water and salt over medium heat until dissolved.

2. Add in the almonds.

3. Continue to cook, stirring frequently until mixture reaches 300 degrees F on a candy thermometer.

4. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.

5. Immediately pour onto a greased foil-lined cookie sheet and allow to cool. When cool, break into desired pieces and serve.

Tips & Warnings

• Other nuts can be used. Try walnuts, pecans, peanuts, and Brazil nuts.