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Chocolate Peanut Brittle
 
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Prep Time: 2 Minutes
Cook Time: 8 Minutes
Ready In: 10 Minutes
Servings: 4
This is prepared in the microwave, so it's easy enough for everyone!
Ingredients:
1 cup sugar
1/4 cup light corn syrup
2 cups salted peanuts
1 teaspoon butter
1/4 cup baking cocoa
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Directions:
1. Grease a 15-in. x 10-in. x 1-in. baking pan and a metal spatula; set aside. In a 2-at. microwave safe bowl, combine sugar and corn syrup. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 4 minutes; stir. Cook 3 minutes longer. Stir in peanuts and butter. Microwave for 30-60 seconds or until mixture turns a light amber color (mixture will be very hot).
2. Quickly stir in cocoa, baking soda, and vanilla until combined. Immediately pour onto prepared pan; spread with the metal spatula. Cool before breaking into pieces. Store in an airtight container.
3. Note: This recipe was tested in a 1,100-watt.
4. microwave.
By RecipeOfHealth.com