Honey Macadamia Nut Brittle

Submitted by Chef mariajane

"This is a wonderful recipe for the Holiday season. I found this in a regional magazine called "Saltscapes" , wonderful magazine for local cuisine."

 

• Ready In: 15mins
• Ingredients: 8
• Yields: 2 pounds

ingredients

• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 1 cup liquid honey
• 1⁄2 cup water
• 1⁄4 teaspoon sea salt
• 1 (300 g) bag dry-roasted macadamia nuts
• 1 tablespoon butter, plus more for greasing the pan
• 2 teaspoons baking soda
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

directions

1. Line baking sheet with parchment paper and grease well with butter.
2. Combine the sugar, honey and water in a heavy-bottomed saucepan and bring to a boil over high heat. Without stirring, Cook until reaches "hard crack", about 300F on a candy thermometer, while occasionally brushing the inside of the pot with cool water. This will take about 7-9 minutes, and the sugar will turn a deep amber color.
3. Remove from heat. Using a wooden spoon, stir in the salt and macadamia nuts. Carefully add butter, baking soda, and vanilla; it will immediately foam. Working quickly, spread brittle onto the prepared baking sheet. Allow to set completely before cracking into pieces.