Cashew Brittle Microwave
Indulge in the buttery, crunchy sweetness of homemade Cashew Brittle made effortlessly in your microwave! This quick and easy recipe combines roasted salted cashews with a rich caramel base created from granulated sugar and light corn syrup. A touch of vanilla and a pinch of baking soda add depth to the flavor and create the brittle’s signature airy texture. With just 5 minutes of prep time and no stovetop required, this treat is perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth or gifting during the holidays. Whether you’re a first-time candy maker or an experienced confectioner, this microwave-friendly recipe delivers professional-quality results in a fraction of the time.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup Light corn syrup
- 1 cup Salted roasted cashews
- 1 tablespoon Unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
Instructions
Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper or lightly greasing it. Set aside.
In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine the granulated sugar and light corn syrup. Stir until combined.
Microwave the sugar and corn syrup mixture on high for 4 minutes. The mixture should begin to bubble and become clear.
Stir in the salted roasted cashews and microwave for an additional 3 minutes. Watch closely to prevent the mixture from burning.
Add the unsalted butter and vanilla extract to the hot mixture. Stir carefully until combined, then microwave for another 1 minute.
Quickly stir in the baking soda. The mixture will foam and lighten in color. Work fast to combine it evenly.
Pour the brittle mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, spreading it out evenly with a spatula. Be cautious as the mixture is extremely hot.
Allow the brittle to cool completely at room temperature, about 30 minutes, until it hardens.
Once cooled, break the brittle into bite-sized pieces and store in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2002 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 75.6 g | 97% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.2 g | 96% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 12.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 31 mg | 10% | |
| Sodium | 1211 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 328.5 g | 119% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.9 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 294.2 g | ||
| Protein | 24.6 g | 49% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 53 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 8.3 mg | 46% | |
| Potassium | 844 mg | 18% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
