Holiday Almond Brittle
Get into the holiday spirit with this irresistible Holiday Almond Brittle, a sweet and crunchy treat that's perfect for gifting or indulging on cozy winter nights. This easy-to-make candy combines toasted raw almonds with a rich caramel base made from granulated sugar, light corn syrup, and just a touch of butter, creating a wonderfully nutty, buttery flavor. The addition of vanilla extract and a hint of salt enhances every bite, while baking soda adds the signature light, airy texture. Ready in just 35 minutes, this festive almond brittle is a crowd-pleaser that's ideal for holiday dessert tables or packaged in decorative tins as a homemade gift. Whether you're a seasoned candy maker or a beginner in the kitchen, this recipe is guaranteed to become a seasonal favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Granulated sugar
- 1 cup Light corn syrup
- 0.5 cups Water
- 0.25 cups Unsalted butter
- 2 cups Raw almonds
- 1 teaspoons Baking soda
- 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
Instructions
Grease a large baking sheet with butter or nonstick spray, or line it with parchment paper. Set aside.
In a medium-sized heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine the granulated sugar, light corn syrup, and water.
Cook the mixture over medium heat, stirring continuously, until the sugar has dissolved completely.
Increase the heat to medium-high and attach a candy thermometer to the side of the saucepan.
Boil the mixture without stirring until it reaches a temperature of 300°F (hard-crack stage). This should take about 10-15 minutes. Watch closely to ensure the sugar doesn't burn.
Once the mixture reaches 300°F, immediately remove the saucepan from the heat.
Quickly stir in the unsalted butter, raw almonds, baking soda, vanilla extract, and salt. The mixture will bubble and expand slightly; this is normal.
Carefully pour the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet and spread it out evenly with the back of a spoon or a silicone spatula.
Allow the almond brittle to cool completely at room temperature, about 1 hour.
Once cooled, break the brittle into desired-sized pieces using your hands or a sharp knife.
Store the brittle in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4059 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 164.7 g | 211% | |
| Saturated Fat | 24.7 g | 123% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 34.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 62 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 2483 mg | 108% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 639.0 g | 232% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 35.2 g | 126% | |
| Total Sugars | 590.4 g | ||
| Protein | 60.0 g | 120% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 772 mg | 59% | |
| Iron | 10.5 mg | 58% | |
| Potassium | 2082 mg | 44% | |
*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.
