Nutrition Facts

  • One serving:
  • (1 ounce)
  • Calories:
  • 187
  • Fat:
  • 7 g
  • Saturated Fat:
  • 2 g
  • Cholesterol:
  • 1 mg
  • Sodium:
  • 209 mg
  • Carbohydrate:
  • 30 g
  • Fiber:
  • 0 g
  • Protein:
  • 2 g


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Cashew Brittle

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"I like this quick-and-easy recipe because it doesn't require a candy thermometer," explains Rhonda Glenn from her Prince Frederick, Maryland home. "It also makes a great gift."

SERVINGS: 12

CATEGORY: Dessert

METHOD: Microwave

TIME: Prep/Total Time: 30 min.

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup light corn syrup
  • 1 to 1-1/2 cups salted cashew halves
  • 1 teaspoon butter
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions:

In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the sugar and corn syrup. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 3 minutes; stir. Heat 2 minutes longer. Stir in cashews and butter. Microwave on high for 20-50 seconds or until mixture turns a light amber (mixture will be very hot).
    Quickly stir in baking soda and vanilla until light and foamy. Immediately pour onto a greased baking sheet and spread with a metal spatula. Chill for 20 minutes or until set; break into small pieces. Store in an airtight container. Yield: 3/4 pound.


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