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Cashew Brittle




Source of Recipe


Taste of home


List of 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

Recipe



In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the sugar and corn syrup. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 4 minutes; stir. Heat 3 minutes longer. Stir in cashews and butter. Microwave on high for 30-60 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; bread into small pieces. Store in an airtight container. Yield: 3/4 pound. Editor's Note: This recipe was tested with an 850-watt microwave.