pecan brittle

(4 RATINGS)
116 Pinches
Emerald Isle, NC
Updated on Oct 31, 2010

Found this recipe in the local newspaper many years ago. It's really good and easy to make. I like it better than peanut brittle because I find it easier on the teeth.

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup dark syrup
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1/2 tablespoon vinegar
  • 3 cups pecan halves
  • 1 teaspoon (level) baking soda

How To Make pecan brittle

  • Step 1
    Mix sugar, syrup, butter and vinegar together in an iron frying pan. Allow it to come to a boil then add in the pecan halves. Stir & cook for 10 minutes.
  • Step 2
    Remove from heat and add the 1 level tsp of baking soda. Stir & pour into two well greased large platters.
  • Step 3
    Let cool and then break into pieces.

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