Salted Caramel Nut Brittle

Ingredients and Weight:

• Sugar - 1 cup
• Light corn syrup - 1/2 cup
• Unsalted butter - 1/4 cup
• Heavy cream - 1/4 cup
• Vanilla extract - 1 teaspoon
• Kosher salt - 1/4 teaspoon
• Roasted nuts (pecans, almonds, peanuts) - 1 cup

Preparation Time:

• 15 minutes

Cooking Time:

• 10 minutes

Difficulty Level:

• 2 (Moderate)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a medium saucepan, combine sugar, corn syrup, butter, cream, and vanilla extract. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly.
3. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. Remove from heat and stir in salt.
5. Pour the hot caramel mixture onto the prepared baking sheet and sprinkle with nuts.
6. Let cool completely.
7. Break into pieces and serve.

Nutritional Information (per serving):

• Calories: 250
• Fat: 10g
• Saturated Fat: 6g
• Cholesterol: 30mg
• Sodium: 120mg
• Carbohydrates: 35g
• Sugar: 30g
• Protein: 2g

Dish Characteristics:

• Sweet and salty
• Rich and chewy
• Crunchy and nutty

User Comments:

• "The perfect balance of sweetness and saltiness."
• "I love the crunchiness of the nuts in the brittle."
• "This is such a delicious and easy dessert to make."
• "I made this for a party and it was a huge hit."
• "I added some chopped bacon to mine for a smoky flavor."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Be careful when boiling the caramel mixture as it can splatter.
• Use a heat-resistant spatula when stirring the caramel.
• Let the caramel cool slightly before adding the nuts to prevent them from burning.
• Store the brittle in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.