Description
A crunchy and spicy treat made with peanuts and jalapenos.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup light corn syrup
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup unsalted peanuts
- 1/2 cup chopped jalapenos
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare a baking sheet by greasing it lightly.
- In a saucepan, combine sugar, corn syrup, and butter over medium heat.
- Stir until the mixture reaches a boil, then let it boil for 5 minutes without stirring.
- Remove from heat and stir in peanuts and jalapenos.
- Add baking soda and vanilla extract to the mixture and stir well.
- Pour the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet and spread it evenly.
- Let it cool completely before breaking into pieces.
Notes
- Store in an airtight container.
- Adjust the amount of jalapenos according to your spice preference.
- Use fresh jalapenos for the best flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Candy
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 oz
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: Jalapeno Peanut Brittle, candy, spicy treat