Brazilian recipe
Microwave Peanut Brittle (Pé de Moleque)
Learn how to make homemade peanut brittle quickly and easily using only your microwave.
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Ingredients
2 cups (tea) sugar
3 cups (tea) raw peanuts
1 cup (tea) corn syrup
1 teaspoon (tea) baking soda
3 cups (tea) raw peanuts
1 cup (tea) corn syrup
1 teaspoon (tea) baking soda
Where to find ingredients
You can find raw peanuts, corn syrup, and baking soda at most local grocery stores or supermarkets in the baking or bulk nut aisles.
Method
- Mix the peanuts
- sugar
- and corn syrup in a deep, microwave-safe bowl
- Place the mixture in the microwave on high power for 10 minutes
- Pause the cooking a few times to stir well and ensure even cooking
- Remove the container from the appliance
- Add the baking soda and stir quickly so it incorporates fully into the mixture
- Spread the hot mixture immediately onto a stone countertop or a cold surface that has been lightly greased with butter or margarine
- Let the candy rest until it cools completely
- Break into smaller pieces to serve
Notes
This is the perfect solution for when you have a craving for a traditional, crunchy sweet without spending hours at the stove. It is a simple, direct preparation that guarantees a delicious result.
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