Red-Hot Cashew Brittle
Cashew brittle is a popular treat during the holiday season in many countries.
This is vegetarian and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 60 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 8.
Red-Hot Cashew Brittle
Ingredients
Instructions
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Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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In a large saucepan, combine the sugar, corn syrup, butter, cayenne pepper, and salt. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sugar has dissolved.
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Bring the mixture to a boil and cook for 5 minutes, without stirring.
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Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract and baking soda.
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Quickly stir in the cashews until well coated.
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Pour the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet and spread it out evenly.
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Let the brittle cool and harden for about 30 minutes.
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Once hardened, break the brittle into small pieces.
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Store in an airtight container.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 200kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 12g19%
- Total Carbohydrate 20g7%
- Sugars 15g
- Protein 4g8%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
