Coconut Brittle

This recipe is in response to a particular request for Coconut Brittle.

• Ready In: 15 mins
• Serves: 25

Ingredients

• 1  cup flaked coconut
• 1  cup white sugar
• 1⁄2 cup corn syrup
• 1⁄4 lb  chopped  macadamia nuts
• 1  tablespoon butter
• 1  teaspoon vanilla
• 1  teaspoon baking soda

Directions

1. Spread coconut evenly on a buttered baking sheet.
2. In medium microwave safe bowl, combine sugar and corn syrup.
3. Microwave on high 3 minutes.
4. Stir in nuts and microwave 4 minutes more.
5. Stir in butter and vanilla and return to microwave for 1 minute.
6. Stir in soda until light and slightly foamy.
7. Pour over coconut in pan.
8. Let cool until firm and break into pieces.