Brittle Crunch Tortoni Recipes

CASHEW BRITTLE

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I like this quick and easy recipe because it doesn't require a candy thermometer. It also makes a wonderful gift for nut lovers on your list. -Rhonda Glenn, Prince Frederick, Maryland

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Desserts

Time 30m

Yield 3/4 pound.

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

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

Steps:

Grease a baking sheet with 1 teaspoon butter., In a microwave-safe bowl, mix sugar and corn syrup; microwave, uncovered, on high for 3 minutes. Stir to dissolve sugar; microwave 2 minutes longer. Stir in cashews and remaining butter; microwave on high for 40 seconds. Stir; continue microwaving in 20-second intervals until mixture turns a light amber color, about 1-2 minutes. (Mixture will be very hot.) Quickly stir in baking soda and vanilla until light and foamy., Immediately pour onto prepared pan, spreading with a metal spatula; cool slightly. Refrigerate until set, 15-20 minutes., Break brittle into pieces. Store between layers of waxed paper in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 184 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 170mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (29g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

ALMOND BRITTLE

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Hubby's first-ever attempt at a from-scratch recipe was a huge success!

Provided by Aleasha Wales Shelnutt

Categories Desserts Nut Dessert Recipes Almond Dessert Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 4

Ingredients

½ cup butter
1 cup almonds
½ cup white sugar
1 teaspoon light corn syrup

Steps:

Line a baking sheet with waxed paper.
Melt butter in a skillet over medium-high heat; add almonds, sugar, and syrup. Cook and stir the almonds until the mixture turns caramel in color, about 6 minutes.
Spread the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet in a thin layer. Cool until the mixture hardens and break into pieces to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 204.1 calories, Carbohydrate 13.3 g, Cholesterol 24.4 mg, Fat 16.4 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 3.1 g, SaturatedFat 6.4 g, Sodium 65.9 mg, Sugar 10.9 g

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