Pistachio Brittle

Name: Pistachio Brittle
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 40 min
Ingredients: nonstick cooking spray; 0.75 cup superfine sugar; 2 tablespoons superfine sugar; 0.5 cup unsalted butter; 1 tablespoon water; 0.5 teaspoon coarse salt; 0.66666668653488 cup golden syrup (such as Lyle's®); 2 cups chopped roasted pistachios; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 1 pinch cayenne pepper

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Around the holidays, most individuals will pull out their beloved family recipe for peanut brittle, except me. I don't care for peanuts; however, I do find myself in love with brittle made with cashews, pecans, macadamia nuts, the list goes on, including pistachios! A candy thermometer is a must for this recipe due to the golden syrup! It's also best to use superfine granulated sugar as it melts better, and for best results make this when it is not humid.

Submitted by thedailygourmet

Updated on March 24, 2025

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Prep Time:

10 mins

Cook Time:

15 mins

Additional Time:

15 mins

Total Time:

40 mins

Servings:

24

Yield:

24 pieces of pistachio brittle

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nonstick cooking spray
¾ cup superfine sugar
2 tablespoons superfine sugar
½ cup unsalted butter
1 tablespoon water
½ teaspoon coarse salt
⅔ cup golden syrup (such as Lyle's®)
2 cups chopped roasted pistachios
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 pinch cayenne pepper

Directions

Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly coat with cooking spray.
Combine 3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar, butter, water, and salt in a saucepan over medium heat. Cook and stir until butter has melted, 3 to 5 minutes. Add syrup and stir until the sugar is completely dissolved and melted, about 5 minutes.
Allow mixture to come to a boil, stirring constantly. Once mixture reaches 310 degrees F (155 degrees C), remove saucepan from heat. Stir in pistachios, baking soda, and cayenne (mixture will foam).
Stir until mixture is no longer bubbling and caramel is smooth, about 1 minute. Transfer to the prepared baking sheet and spread out with a lightly greased spatula. Let cool until firm, about 15 minutes. Break into pieces.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

148	Calories
9g	Fat
17g	Carbs
2g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 24
Calories 148
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 9g	11%
Saturated Fat 3g	15%
Cholesterol 10mg	3%
Sodium 156mg	7%
Total Carbohydrate 17g	6%
Dietary Fiber 1g	4%
Total Sugars 11g
Protein 2g	5%
Vitamin C 0mg	0%
Calcium 14mg	1%
Iron 0mg	2%
Potassium 112mg	2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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