Sunflower Seed Brittle

Submitted by Pam-I-Am

"Delicious and different for snacking or gifts. Easy to make. Requires a candy thermometer for best results. If you use roasted seeds, omit 1/2 of the salt."

 

• Ready In: 30mins
• Ingredients: 8
• Serves: 24

ingredients

• 1 cup water
• 2 cups sugar
• 1⁄2 teaspoon salt
• 1 1⁄2 cups corn syrup
• 2 cups sunflower seeds, raw
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1⁄2 teaspoon baking soda

directions

1. Butter the sides of a large heavy saucepan. Add sugar, corn syrup and water; bring to a boil, stirring constantly.
2. Cook and stir over medium-low heat until a candy thermometer reads 260 degrees (hard-ball stage).
3. Stir in sunflower seeds and butter. Cook on medium to 300 degree (hard-crack stage).
4. Remove from the heat; vigorously stir in vanilla and baking soda.
5. Pour into a buttered 15x10x1" baking pan; spread evenly to fill pan. Cool completely.
6. Break into pieces. Store in an airtight container with waxed paper between layers to prevent sticking.