Chocolate Brittle Surprise
Indulge your sweet tooth with the decadent and irresistible "Chocolate Brittle Surprise," a perfect blend of crunchy, buttery brittle and velvety milk chocolate. This delightful recipe combines golden caramelized sugar and crunchy roasted almonds or peanuts, elevated with a touch of vanilla and a hint of sea salt for a sweet-and-salty twist. The finishing layer of smooth, melted milk chocolate adds a luxurious touch, making it an ideal treat for parties, gifting, or simple snacking. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a straightforward candy-making process, this homemade brittle delivers professional-quality results right in your kitchen. Whether you break it into elegant shards or rustic chunks, this Chocolate Brittle Surprise is sure to become a family favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup light corn syrup
- 0.25 cup unsalted butter
- 0.25 cup water
- 1 cup raw almonds or peanuts (unsalted)
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1.5 cups milk chocolate chips
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt (optional)
Instructions
Prepare a large baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. Set aside.
In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the granulated sugar, corn syrup, butter, and water. Heat over medium heat, stirring constantly until the butter melts and the sugar dissolves.
Stop stirring and allow the mixture to come to a boil. Attach a candy thermometer to the side of the saucepan and cook the mixture until it reaches 300°F (hard crack stage). This should take about 10-12 minutes. Watch carefully to prevent burning.
Once the thermometer reads 300°F and the mixture is golden brown, quickly remove the saucepan from heat.
Stir in the almonds or peanuts, baking soda, and vanilla extract. Be careful as the mixture will bubble up slightly.
Immediately pour the brittle mixture onto the prepared baking sheet. Spread it out as thinly as possible using a heatproof spatula.
Allow the brittle to cool completely at room temperature, approximately 10-15 minutes.
Once the brittle has hardened, melt the milk chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in 20-second intervals, stirring after each interval, until smooth and fully melted.
Drizzle or spread the melted chocolate over the brittle. If desired, sprinkle sea salt over the chocolate for a sweet-and-salty flavor.
Let the chocolate set at room temperature, or place the brittle in the refrigerator for about 15 minutes to speed up the process.
Break the brittle into smaller pieces and serve. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3641 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 176.0 g | 226% | |
| Saturated Fat | 78.0 g | 390% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 110 mg | 37% | |
| Sodium | 2623 mg | 114% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 505.3 g | 184% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.0 g | 50% | |
| Total Sugars | 461.3 g | ||
| Protein | 48.2 g | 96% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 794 mg | 61% | |
| Iron | 8.8 mg | 49% | |
| Potassium | 1775 mg | 38% | |
*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.
