Pecan Brittle (Microwave)

Name: Pecan Brittle (Microwave)
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 35 min
Ingredients: 1 cup white sugar; 0.5 cup corn syrup; 1.5 cups pecan pieces; 3 tablespoons butter; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1 teaspoon baking soda

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I modified the microwave peanut brittle found on this site to suit my in-laws preference for pecan brittle.

Recipe by FASTFINAL137

Published on June 19, 2020

Prep Time:

5 mins

Cook Time:

15 mins

Additional Time:

15 mins

Total Time:

35 mins

Servings:

8

Yield:

1 /2 pound batch

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Ingredients

1 cup white sugar
½ cup corn syrup
1 ½ cups pecan pieces
3 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon baking soda

Directions

Combine sugar and corn syrup in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat in a microwave at 70%, or 700W, power for 4 minutes. Remove and stir. Microwave again at 70% power for 4 minutes. Add pecans, butter, and vanilla extract.
Microwave at 100%, or 1000W, power for 3 minutes. Add baking soda and stir until frothy.
Pour out onto a parchment paper-lined cookie sheet and let cool for 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

349	Calories
20g	Fat
44g	Carbs
2g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 349
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 20g	26%
Saturated Fat 4g	21%
Cholesterol 11mg	4%
Sodium 201mg	9%
Total Carbohydrate 44g	16%
Dietary Fiber 2g	8%
Total Sugars 31g
Protein 2g
Vitamin C 0mg	1%
Calcium 20mg	2%
Iron 1mg	3%
Potassium 94mg	2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.