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Pistachio & Pine Nut Brittle

Here's how you make Pistachio & Pine Nut Brittle
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  • Servings: 10
  • Prep: 2.25h
  • Cook: 15m
    • The following recipe serves 10 people.

Ingredients

The ingredients are:
  • 2/3 cup sugar
  • 1/3 cup light corn syrup
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1/2 cup pistachio nuts (unsalted dry-roasted, coarsely chopped)
  • 1/3 cup pine nuts (lightly toasted)
  • 1/4 cup dried cranberries (coarsely chopped)
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons unsalted butter (softened)
  • 3/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
We recommend you get your ingredients ready before you start cooking. Once you're ready, here are the steps to making this delicious recipe

How to Make

  • Step 1: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

  • Step 2: Combine the first 3 ingredients in a medium, heavy saucepan over medium-high heat, stirring just until combined. Bring to a boil. Cook without stirring until a candy thermometer registers 335 degrees or until it is dark golden brown in color.

  • Step 3: Remove from the heat. Stir in pistachios and the remaining ingredients (the mixture will bubble). Quickly pour the mixture onto the prepared pan and spread to about 1/2 inch thickness.

  • Step 4: Cool about 2 hours or until completely cool. Break the brittle into bite size pieces and enjoy!

Tips & Variations

Don't forget the following tips and variations.
  • Parchment Paper

We hope you enjoy this recipe!

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