Cinnamon Peanut Brittle

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
1%
Cinnamon Peanut Brittle
15 min.
10
299kcal

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Cinnamon Peanut Brittle: A Sweet and Crunchy Treat

Indulge in the delightful crunch of our Cinnamon Peanut Brittle, a scrumptious dessert that promises to tantalize your taste buds. This vegetarian and gluten-free recipe is not only simple and quick, taking only 15 minutes to prepare, but it also serves up to 10 people, making it perfect for gatherings or as a sweet snack to share.

With each piece boasting a rich blend of flavors, from the nutty crunch of peanuts to the warm, sweet hint of cinnamon, this brittle is a symphony of textures and tastes. And at 299 calories per serving, it's a guilt-free pleasure that won't compromise on your diet.

The best part? It requires minimal ingredients and equipment, such as a microwave, a bowl, a baking sheet, and a spatula, making it an accessible recipe for both beginners and seasoned cooks. So, why not give in to the temptation and whip up a batch of this irresistible Cinnamon Peanut Brittle? Your taste buds will thank you.

Ingredients

  • teaspoon baking soda 
  • teaspoon butter 
  • 0.5 cup plus light
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon 
  • cups roasted peanuts salted
  • cup sugar 
  • teaspoon vanilla extract 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • microwave
  • spatula

Directions

  1. In a 2-qt. microwave-safe bowl, combine sugar and corn syrup.
  2. Heat, uncovered, on high for 3 minutes; stir.
  3. Heat 2-1/4 minutes longer. Stir in peanuts, butter and cinnamon.
  4. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 20-30 seconds or until mixture turns a light amber color (mixture will be very hot). Quickly stir in baking soda and vanilla until light and foamy.
  5. Immediately pour onto a greased baking sheet and spread with a metal spatula. Refrigerate for 20 minutes or until firm; break into small pieces. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts

Calories299kcal
Protein10.26%
Fat41.81%
Carbs47.93%

Properties

Glycemic Index
14.41
Glycemic Load
16.45
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
6.4652173482691%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:299.3kcal
14.97%
Fat:14.82g
22.81%
Saturated Fat:2.46g
15.4%
Carbohydrates:38.24g
12.75%
Net Carbohydrates:35.59g
12.94%
Sugar:33.11g
36.79%
Cholesterol:1.08mg
0.36%
Sodium:249.91mg
10.87%
Alcohol:0.14g
100%
Alcohol %:0.26%
100%
Protein:8.19g
16.37%
Manganese:0.71mg
35.34%
Vitamin B3:4.36mg
21.82%
Magnesium:49.34mg
12.34%
Phosphorus:113.21mg
11.32%
Fiber:2.65g
10.61%
Copper:0.19mg
9.75%
Folate:36.81µg
9.2%
Vitamin B1:0.1mg
6.85%
Potassium:228.31mg
6.52%
Zinc:0.66mg
4.42%
Vitamin B5:0.41mg
4.08%
Iron:0.68mg
3.8%
Vitamin B6:0.08mg
3.75%
Selenium:2.44µg
3.48%
Calcium:32.78mg
3.28%
Vitamin B2:0.03mg
1.72%