Best Spicy Nut Brittle Recipes

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SPICY RUM NUT BRITTLE



Spicy Rum Nut Brittle image

My family LOVES this! It has just a hint of lingering spice that so compliments the brittle.

Provided by Stephanie Morris

Categories     Nuts

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 c sugar
1 c corn syrup, light
2 c mixed nuts (brazil nuts removed)
2 tsp butter
1 tsp cinnamon
1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
1/4 tsp salt
1 pinch ground nutmeg (i use a generous pinch)
2 tsp baking soda
1 tsp rum extract
1 tsp vanilla extract

Steps:

  • 1. Butter or spray a flat cookie sheet.
  • 2. Combine sugar, corn syrup, nuts, butter, cinnamon, cayenne, salt, nutmeg in a deep sauce pan. Cook on medium high until the mixture turns a light amber color.
  • 3. Remove from heat and quickly stir in baking soda and extracts until light and foamy.
  • 4. Immediately pour on prepared cookie sheet and spread with metal spatula. Cool completely, break into pieces and store in air tight container. Makes a nice sized batch. It doesn't last at my house longer than the day I made it...

SPICY NUT BRITTLE



Spicy Nut Brittle image

A few years ago dietary changes dictated we were no longer allowed peanuts or corn. Since we love Christmas candy I had to come up with a replacement for peanut brittle. This recipe is the result, and what a happy consequence! Nut brittle all grown up. It's sneak attack is surprising and wonderful :)

Provided by Tam D

Categories     Other Snacks

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 c sugar
1/2 c honey
2 Tbsp butter
2 c sliced almonds, toasted
1-2 tsp tabasco sauce
1 tsp baking soda

Steps:

  • 1. Combine sugar and honey in a deep 2 qt. microwave-safe dish; I use a Corning Ware casserole dish.
  • 2. Cook on high 3 minutes. Stir. Cook 3 minutes more.
  • 3. Stir in butter and hot sauce.
  • 4. Stir in baking soda until light and foamy.
  • 5. Spread lightly onto baking sheet. Cool. Break into pieces. Enjoy!
  • 6. NOTE: Use any nuts, or combination, that you like.

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