Ingredients and Weight:
- 2 cups (284g) salted crackers
- 1 cup (1 stick/113g) unsalted butter
- 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup (100g) packed light brown sugar
- 1/4 cup (60ml) light corn syrup
- 1 teaspoon (5ml) vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup (57g) chopped walnuts (optional)
- 1/2 cup (68g) chopped pecans (optional)
- 1/4 cup (28g) chopped peanuts (optional)
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Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, crush the crackers into fine crumbs.
- In a medium saucepan, melt the butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and corn syrup over medium heat, stirring constantly.
- Once the mixture is smooth and bubbly, remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
- Pour the caramel mixture over the cracker crumbs and mix well.
- Spread the mixture evenly onto the prepared baking sheet and sprinkle with the chopped nuts, if desired.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
- Let cool completely before breaking into pieces.
Nutritional Information: (per serving with walnuts, pecans, and peanuts)
- Calories: 250
- Fat: 13g (20% DV)
- Saturated Fat: 6g (30% DV)
- Cholesterol: 20mg (7% DV)
- Sodium: 250mg (11% DV)
- Carbohydrates: 30g (10% DV)
- Dietary Fiber: 1g (4% DV)
- Sugar: 20g
Dish Characteristics:
- Sweet, crunchy, and buttery
- Addictive and satisfying
- Perfect for snacking, parties, or gifts
User Comments:
- "This brittle is amazing! It's so easy to make and so delicious."
- "I love that it's made with crackers. It gives it a unique flavor."
- "I added some chocolate chips and it was out of this world."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- The brittle is hot when it comes out of the oven, so be careful not to burn yourself.
- Let the brittle cool completely before breaking it into pieces to prevent it from shattering.
- Store the brittle in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
