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Microwave Almond Brittle

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  • Prep 15 min
  • Total 45 min
  • Ingredients 6
  • Servings 15
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Almond brittle is a delightfully old-fashioned snack. Handle the mixture carefully: It is extremely hot and may foam up when the baking soda is added.
Updated May 28, 2010
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Ingredients

  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup light corn syrup
  • 1 cup whole blanched almonds
  • 1 teaspoon butter
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda

Steps

  • 1
    MICROWAVE DIRECTIONS: Line cookie sheet with foil; lightly butter. In 8-cup microwave-safe measuring cup or medium microwave-safe bowl, combine sugar and corn syrup; mix well.
  • 2
    Microwave on HIGH for 4 minutes; stir. Add almonds; blend well.Microwave on HIGH for 3 1/2 to 4 1/2 minutes or until mixture is very light brown. Stir in butter and almond extract. Microwave on HIGH for 1 minute.
  • 3
    Add baking soda; stir quickly to blend. Pour immediately onto buttered, foil-lined cookie sheet, spreading mixture quickly with wooden spoon. Cool 30 minutes. Break into pieces. Store in tightly covered container.

Nutrition Information

150 Calories, 5g Total Fat, 2g Protein, 24g Total Carbohydrate, 18g Sugars

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 Ounce
Calories
150
Calories from Fat
45
Total Fat
5g
8%
Saturated Fat
1g
5%
Cholesterol
0mg
0%
Sodium
100mg
4%
Total Carbohydrate
24g
8%
Dietary Fiber
1g
4%
Sugars
18g
Protein
2g
% Daily Value*:
Vitamin A
0%
0%
Vitamin C
0%
0%
Calcium
2%
2%
Iron
2%
2%
Exchanges:
1 1/2 Fruit; 1 1/2 Other Carbohydrate; 1 Fat;
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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