Cinnamon Walnut Brittle

By

Taste of Home- 2004

This is Excellent!!!!

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Ingredients

  • 1 Cup Sugar
  • 1/2 Cup Light Corn Syrup
  • 1 Cup Walnuts* - chopped
  • 1 tsp Butter
  • 1/2 tsp Cinnamon
  • 1 tsp Baking Soda
  • 1 tsp Vanilla extract
  • Can use Pecans, if desire

Preparation

Step 1

Butter a baking sheet.
In a 2 qt microwave safe bowl, combine sugar & corn syrup.
Microwave, uncovered, for 3 minutes on high. Stir
Cook, uncovered, on high for 2 1/2 minutes longer.
Stir in walnuts, butter & cinnamon.
Cook, uncovered, for 2 more minuteson high or until mixture turns a light amber color ( mixture will be VERY hot )
Quickly stir in baking soda & vanilla extract until light & foamy.
Immediately pour onto the prepared pan & spread with a metal spatula.
Cool; break into pieces.

Yields: 3/4 Lb