TROPICAL BRITTLE

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This recipe came from Family's Circle.It features macadamia nuts and coconut. Great for gift giving.

Provided by chef FIFI

Categories     Dessert

Time 30m

Yield 10-20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup sugar
1 cup light corn syrup
1 1/2 cups coarsely chopped macadamia nuts
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 cup chopped shredded sweetened coconut

Steps:

  • Coat a large non stick baking sheet with nonstick spray.
  • Combine sugar and corn syrup into a heavy bottom 3 quart saucepan and mix.
  • Cook on medium-high heat and stir occasionally, until temp reaches 275 degrees.
  • Stir in nuts and continue cooking, stir occasionally, until temp reaches 305 degrees.
  • Set aside.
  • Quickly stir in baking soda,vanilla and coconut.
  • Spread mixture evenly onto baking sheet with a greased offset wooden spoon.
  • After brittle has completely cooled.
  • Loosen and break into medium large pieces.
  • Store in airtight container for 2 week.

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