BUTTERY CAYENNE CASHEW CRUNCH

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A buttery sweet nut brittle candy with a mild heat after the sweet. Not as hard as many brittles, it's very easy on the teeth. Got this from a magazine (can't remember which one). Made it for xmas gifts and it was a big hit. Mmmm, sweet and spicy buttery goodness...

Provided by Kitsune

Categories     Candy

Time 20m

Yield 1 1/3 pounds, 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups whole salted cashews
10 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/2 cup sugar
1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
1 tablespoon light corn syrup
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (OR 1 teaspoon chipotle chile pepper)
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Butter a non-stick baking sheet.
  • Combine all ingredients in a large non-stick skillet.
  • Stir over low heat until butter melts and sugars dissolve.
  • Increase heat to medium and boil, stirring constantly until mixture turns golden brown, thickens, and begins to mass together (foams), about 5 minutes.
  • Immediately pour out onto prepared baking sheet, spreading evenly.
  • Cool completely. Break into pieces.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 813.3, Fat 60.6, SaturatedFat 24.5, Cholesterol 76.3, Sodium 596.5, Carbohydrate 65.3, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 43.2, Protein 10.8

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