This post contains affiliate links, which means I may earn a commission if you purchase through those links (at no extra cost to you).Leave a ReviewJump to RecipeIt only takes 6 ingredients to make this easy Microwave Peanut Brittle.It’s sweet, salty, crunchy, and a great holiday treat or homemade gift.

The secret is in the baking soda: it foams up the corn syrup and butter making the candy light, airy, and brittle.  Meggan’s notes Candy-making can be intimidating, but I’m here to show you fun and easy it can be.As a classically-trained chef with plenty of candy-making experience under my belt, I’ll show you this easy peanut brittle recipe made right in your microwave.

A mixture of corn syrup and granulated sugar give the perfect amount of sweetness to balance the salty peanuts, while butter adds richness and warmth.The trick to that light, airy, crispy texture? Baking soda.It foams up and infuses the brittle with pockets of air so every bite is crunchy and very brittle.

A touch of vanilla adds extra sweetness and the whole batch comes together in about 15 minutes (plus cooling time) in your microwave.It’s perfect for homemade gifts, your holiday treats plate, or anytime you’re craving something salty, sweet, and crunchy.Table of ContentsMeggan’s notesEasy Peanut Brittle IngredientsHow to Make Easy Peanut BrittleRecipe tips and variationsFrequently Asked QuestionsPeanut Brittle (Microwave) Recipe Easy Peanut Brittle Ingredients

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