My Aunt's Microwave Peanut Brittle | Made with only 6 ingredients!

My aunt has been making this microwave peanut brittle for as long as she’s had a microwave. They are a popular gift during the holidays and she makes them for family and parishioners at her church.
I’ve always want to make them and I finally got the recipe from here. A few things to note about this, though, is that every microwave is different. The times I list here may not be the same for your microwave. So, your first or second batch may not be perfect. But, once you have the timing down for your microwave, you’ll be making batch after batch for family and friends.
Also, because this is a quick recipe, measure out all of your ingredients first and have them ready as the microwave completes each cycle.
Peanut Brittle Recipe
Ingredients
1 cu Granulated Sugar
1/2 cu Light Corn Syrup
1 1/2 cu Unsalted Dry Roasted Peanuts
2 tbl Butter
1 1/2 tsp Vanilla Extract
1 tsp Baking Soda
Additional tools
Microwave Oven Safe Bowl (about 1 1/2 quart size)
Metal Spoon
Canola Oil Spray
9”x13” Baking Sheet
Well padded oven mitts or thick kitchen towel
Method
Prepare pan by spraying it with canola oil spray and set aside. Spray the spoon you’ll be working with as well.
Mix sugar and corn syrup together in microwave safe bowl. Microwave high for 5 minutes. Add the dry roasted peanuts and stir to combine. Microwave for 2 minutes.
Stir in the butter and vanilla. Microwave for 1 minute longer.
Remove bowl and add baking soda. Mixture will foam a bit. Stir quickly and then pour into a prepared baking sheet. Spread mixture out to corners and smooth out evenly.
Let mixture cool completely and harden for at least 30 minutes or longer. Once cool, break into pieces and store in a plastic bag.

[@Center4Possibilities]

Wayne, I saw you when you did this the VERY FIRST TIME on WMAQ Chicago, and you know how long ago that was. I lost my copy of the recipe over the course of time, and moves, and now I'm living in Texas. But fortunately, I was able to find it just by Googling Wayne's Microwave Peanut Brittle! And it's still as delicious was the very first time I tried it! Thank you so much!

[@WayneBites]

Thanks for all of that! You made my day. And, you're most welcome!

[@justtrust426]

Just made it but, I used cashews instead. It was my first time make brittle ,my goodness it turned out so yummy! Thank you for sharing and please thank your aunt for allowing you to share her recipe.

[@robertboyken5550]

I haven't tried this yet but it's surely getting tested soon. This is a marvelously simple recipe and at least from watching it seems fool proof. Thanks for sharing and bestwishes for lots of thumbs up!

[@AuntyLaniLee]

Thanks Wayne! Lovely and charming presentation. I love making traditions for my children. Our household has four generations and although I am 82, I still love to surprise my babies ( the oldest is 62) with something delicious and wonderful for the holidays. Peace and love from Hawaii.

[@imdavis1784]

The crunch from your eating the peanut brittle sounded so good. I will definitely make this.

[@peterkelley4057]

I made it and it turned out great. The one thing I learned was to warm the oiled sheet pan in the oven and you will have more time to spread the mixture.

[@WayneBites]

Great suggestion! Thanks, Peter!

[@DiamondsAndLace]

Oh great idea! Thank you

[@pamelakimmons9209]

I love this recipe!! It turned out perfect. It is now a family tradition

[@dianablack3384]

Looks great, going to try this. It will go good at bake sales.

[@joycethompson9229]

Thank you so much for the fond memory and the recipe. I love this. I lost my baby brother a few years ago. He was a peanut brittle "NUT"lol. He could eat all the contents of the box before anyone else could get one piece. I can't wait to make this peanut brittle and share it with his wife, 4 grown children and his twin sister. I think I will share it with them on June 14th which is his Born Date. Be blessed.

[@WayneBites]

What a nice story. Thank you for sharing.

[@tracyhowell8170]

I’m a whole year late seeing this post at 12 am EST and yet I decided to make my way out of my bed and into my kitchen to put together my 1st ever batch of peanut brittle!!!!! And I am NOT going back to bed until it cools and I’m able to break it up and taste it🤣🤣! I am super excited 😊 😊😊. Thank you so much for sharing this simple recipe ❤️

[@WayneBites]

I love that!!

[@shirleyperson8610]

Babe I just made this an hour ago. Darling it turned out very good and very delicious. Thank you very very much and I don't have to buy it anymore. Again thanks to you (smile). You have a good day and a bless one (smile). 🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗

[@WayneBites]

Yay! Glad you liked it!

[@lindasellards9505]

This is the easiest, most delicious peanut brittle I've ever eaten. I will never go through the ordeal of cooking it again! Thank you so much for sharing. God bless you!

[@WayneBites]

Yay! Glad you liked it...and thanks!

[@ss-mm7zo]

This is my 2nd year making this recipe for brittle. I had to cut a little time off because my cashews were wanting to scorch but this is a really good recipe. Thank you for posting it.

[@WayneBites]

Glad you're continuing to enjoy it!

[@alexgoslar4057]

Good to see you cooking, Wayn. Wishing you al the best.

[@doem7016]

Hello Wayne miss watching you cook thanks for the recipe for the peanut brittle l will make that you make it look so easy God bless you 🙏🏾🙏🏾💯💯👍🏾🇺🇸👋🏾

[@Marcuswelby-nx2te]

Her peanut brittle looks delicious

[@feeveelw1749]

Thanks Wayne and your aunt. This is the best tasting peanut brittle I've tried and I've tried a few recipes from KZbin! 😁

[@WayneBites]

Thank you!

[@sourdough6800]

Thank you very much Mr. Johnson! I used to make this stuff in the late 70s in my Amana Radar Range. Lost the cookbook to time and ex wives. Had forgotten about making it til now. Again…..big thanks, well done and what a great voice.

[@WayneBites]

Thanks, Marc!

[@judykaspar7402]

This recipe sounds perfect for me. I love Peanut Brittle but I can no longer stand for a long time at the stove stirring anything. I have a compression fracture in my back that prohibits me from doing many things in the kitchen I would like to still be able to do. This is one of those. THANK YOU so very much. You have allowed me to make one of my favorite candies again, and I could not be more pleased. I will be searching out more of your videos. :)

[@Linda-pw8gx]

Looks very good!!! Can’t wait to try it, thank you!

[@user-gi1yd9mg4s]

Thanks for the tutorial. I lost my microwave recipe and I needed a refresher course.

[@WayneBites]

My pleasure!

[@tamirinsamion560]

This is much easier. Thanks for the recipe.

[@WayneBites]

My pleasure!

[@barbaraharacz1671]

Looks so good. Been looking for a good and easy recipe. Thank you for this recipe.

[@rebeccahill5146]

I LOVE this recipe and your presentation!! Thank you!

[@pamsharp6314]

Thank you for sharing this. I have really been wanting to make it, now I am.

[@WayneBites]

You're welcome!

[@wolchfam]

I use a quart Pyrex measuring cup with a handle and w wooden spoon (both can be used in the microwave). I just leave the wooden spoon in the Pyrex measuring cup while cooking.

[@WayneBites]

Smart!

[@0112roselin]

Very first time making peanut brittle. Of course I went straight to Pinterest to see what I could find. Well I looked, I found, I made!! Flop!! Followed the recipe and ended up with a pretty good tasting CHEWY peanut brittle!! Came to KZbin, found you, your MICROWAVE recipe and BAM!! I made perfect, great tasting peanut brittle!!! Thank you so so much!! This will be my new Christmas tradition!! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you sir!! ❤️❤️❤️

[@WayneBites]

My pleasure. Thank you!

[@brkitdwn]

You probably didn't get your first batch hot enough. It has to reach 310 degrees, which is called "hard-crack stage"

[@tonimariegarcia5772]

Been making this recipe for 20 years, and it's the best....... Used to do it on the stovetop before I tried this recipe that was included in my microwave cookbook, and I couldn't believe how much easier it was in the microwave. Your presentation was very well done, and I've subscribed. Looking forward to listening to more of your videos. Thank you!

[@WayneBites]

Thank you!

[@janet8995]

Love the recipe. Thanks for sharing.

[@hollygriffin8701]

That looks so delicious and yummy 😋!! I want some!!

[@ms.mjjones9847]

Thank you for this fabulous recipe! I just made this and along with the peanuts I added cashews, pecans, and Almonds. Not only is your recipe fast, but it is also delicious! I just shared it with all of my sisters!

[@cecilywynn7127]

I have also been making this on the stove top...but not anymore! This is an awesome recipe and your instructions are great!!! I made the recipes with cashews...and every one LOVES it. Thx u for sharing. Looking forward to making your banana pudding...

[@WayneBites]

thank you! The banana pudding is a big hit, too!

[@SmplySoulfull]

Just made this and it turned out great!! You are absolutely right about how you have to be on the ball with your timing adding all the ingredients. Thank you for this quick recipe!!😀🙌🏽

[@MegaMusical10]

FANTASSSSSTIC!!

[@bobabooey8367]

Thanks Wayne. gonna give it a try tonite

[@pmhres]

Thanks for sharing! Great video, will definitely try this and i'll let you know how it turned out 🙂

[@christinebock]

You make it look so easy; I'm sure it is delicious! Might have to try this soon.

[@WayneBites]

Thank you!!

[@ss-mm7zo]

I just made your recipe an hour ago...perfect! Only thing I changed was I used cashews,pecans,almonds and hazel nuts ( had a nut mix from sams club). Perfect recipe. Earlier today I did my 1st batch from another youtube video and it burnt. So I tried yours. Perfect. Thank you!

[@WayneBites]

I like that mix. Well done!

[@doraholbrook9595]

I love, love this recipe. This is my go to recipe! Thank you for sharing this. Merry Christmas!

[@WayneBites]

So glad you're enjoying it! Merry Christmas!

[@robin49ist]

Wayne, your Aunt's recipe is great, and easier to do than on the stove top. I added a little extra touch of my own with an ever so slight dusting of sea salt. Ooh, magnifique.

[@WayneBites]

That sounds great! I'll try it next time, too. Thanks!

[@amymeseberg4030]

thank you finally I make it.

[@jt-xn8bw]

Excellent video, I love it!

[@rebeccabrown3898]

Amazing! I never knew it could be made in the microwave. Definitely giving this a try. Thank you.

[@WayneBites]

Thank you!

[@Dianatorres6990]

I want to try your recipe and add jalapeno , diced so small they look like Chia seeds. Thanks for sharing your recipe or should I say auntie 's recepi.😂👍

[@tommymckee3829]

WILL BE TRYING THIS

[@SonicX6400]

It's official. I will never make Peanut Brittle on the stove ever again. This was so easy and very tasty. Th3 only problem, lol, I have to figure out how to wash the dish. Thank you for the recipe.

[@reneespradlin123]

I just made this and it is GREAT! Your presentation was very good too. I will be making again this is so much easier than making on the stove top and taste better too.

[@brkitdwn]

What is the taste difference? Is it the unsalted dry roasted peanuts?

[@reneespradlin123]

@@brkitdwn I think so, when I use to make it on the stove top I used raw peanuts.

[@teamfabb5627]

I Just Came Across Your Page. I Love Your Easy and Simple Version for Peanut Brittle. Thank You So Much for Sharing the Microwave Version. I Pray All is Well with You and Your Family. God Bless You. 🙏🙌🥰

[@tootiebeginnerqponer]

I love this peanut brittle recipe, I have made it twice and probably will make more. Thanks

[@WayneBites]

Thank you!

[@mike_98058]

Great presentation. You've done in 4 minutes what others take 10- 25 minutes to do.

[@yvonnesherwood6368]

I will be trying this.

[@shannonkay7472]

WOW fantastic thanks so much!!

[@lindasellards9505]

Absolutely delicious! This is my only receipe in my arenal! God bless you and your aunt! Happy Holidays.

[@rebeccahill5146]

I have loved your recipe. I actually added pretzels with the peanuts. It is really good! Thank you!

[@WayneBites]

That sounds good!

[@carlinetessier5500]

Yummy thanks for sharing.

[@merely5]

My peanut brittle for first time. Thanks for the recipe, my family love it

[@sarahsimpkins1311]

This recipe is easy

[@carlacrawford-graham]

You did a great job!! Thank you for a quick and easy recipe with simple instructions!! Love it! Can’t wait to try it 💕🎁🙌🏼😎

[@WayneBites]

Thanks, Carla!

[@susanavalencia202]

Good ,simple and easy. I will try it. Thanks

[@WayneBites]

Thank you!

[@kettlydebrosse9901]

Very easy

[@sandranewkirk6290]

I love peanut brittle, will definitely make use your recipe, thanks 👍

[@tommackie7607]

Love his presentation skills 👍👍👍

[@WayneBites]

Thank you!

[@rachs57]

Wow, thank you so much. I just made a batch in a cast iron pan and somehow botched it, think I didn't let it cook long enough. Will def try your version. Hug your aunt for me.

[@abigailcruse2112]

thank you

[@davidleblanc7445]

I tried it came out perfect thank you for the recipe great work

[@WayneBites]

My pleasure!

[@legendaryrscopridge]

I'm going to make this very soon

[@candicedevaughn9182]

This was so easy to do! Thank you for sharing this recipe. It was fun and easy. I'm just waiting for it to cool off now. I hope my husband enjoys it. He loves peanut brittle. Normally, I buy it from the store...hopefully never again. Thank you.

[@candicedevaughn9182]

BTW He loves it!!!! Thanks again! It tastes amazing!

[@WayneBites]

@@candicedevaughn9182 yay! Glad to hear it. Thank you!

[@tinaguerra1120]

My favorite candy

[@WayneBites]

Mine, too!

[@bobbywilliams6961]

Thank You

[@nadiaversage5676]

Love it 😊 so good!!

[@mdf498]

Thanks 4 the video 😁😁😁

[@rebeccadees2300]

Yummy 😋. Thank you for sharing your recipe.

[@WayneBites]

Thank you!

[@rebeccadees2300]

@@WayneBites can't wait to try this. I used to make pink peanut patty candy like you can buy in individual packages. My mom loved it.

[@NanaOf26]

What wattage is your microwave? I am going to try this delicious recipe.😋

[@jimwelch1366]

So I used your recipe and it turned out great! Me being me said hey I will make a double batch. Well it turned out like peanut taffy, tasted good but chewy not brittle. Well heck if I have chewy peanuts why not make peanut chews so I dipped the cut squares into melted chocolate and voila awesome chocolate covered peanut chews. See I didn't actually screw up I intended that all along. Yeah sure that's it. Give it a try they were really good.

[@WayneBites]

That sounds good. I'll try it!

[@meredithbenjamin6057]

I use 3 ingredients and everyone loves it.

[@selinas5244]

😎

[@mercyhall5437]

What 3 ingredients did you use 🤔?

[@meredithbenjamin6057]

@@mercyhall5437 Sugar, water, and white Karo Syrup. Of course add peanuts and at the end baking soda. I'm sorry , I should count that as 5 ingredients.

[@brkitdwn]

@@meredithbenjamin6057 so no vanilla or butter

[@mikeathony7845]

That was pretty good sir.

[@Linda-pw8gx]

So I made this yesterday, and yes it’s the best !!!🍭🍫🍬🍫

[@WayneBites]

yay! Thanks!

[@daphnerodriguez9980]

THANKS YOU GOODNESS 🌟❤️🖤💚🤎 FAMILY DAPHNE COTTON ALWAYS 💜 AWESOME,

[@sherryhamilton6374]

Making it 5hanks, yum👍🎅🏻

[@danielr.johnson7966]

Be REALLY SURE about the Microwave Strength or Wattage and the time. I believe this is the right time. If you get it too hot it will ruin. Not hot enough and it will edible but soft. Overall it is extremely easy to make this way. Thanks Friend.

[@WayneBites]

Thank you!

[@joemorton9217]

Yooo!!! If this works, that’s insane! I’ll try it tomorrow and come back with a testimony 😂.

[@joemorton9217]

Heeeyyyyy!!!!! I just tried it the exact way you said to do it and it came out amazing 👍. Thanks for the video and I now have an easy dessert to make for family get together or as a gift.

[@mitteradams1216]

Looks delicious

[@thomasconway5342]

I substituted sorghum molasses for light corn syrup 😋

[@angelarogers1783]

Recipe please

[@LGAussie]

Is it as good as “Sees” candies peanut brittle? It’s mostly butter. It’s the best I’ve ever tasted in any state or country.

[@nancymay5525]

Love your presentation. I have a 900 watt oven. do I need to adjust the minutes for cooking time?

[@WayneBites]

Thank you, Nancy. I wish I was good at all the variations of microwaves. But, I haven't tested the recipe in a 900 watts. I think it will take a bit longer...but it may have to be a bit of experimentation on your part to get the optimal time.

[@9114tammy]

Thank you for sharing. I have made your peanut brittle and it turns out great every time. But I have a question if I wanted to make a double batch. How much more time do I add to the cooking process?

[@WayneBites]

I wouldn't advise doing a double batch. The timing doesn't translate well and the consistency isn't right. It's better to just make two or the original size.

[@9114tammy]

@@WayneBites thank you

[@mariannelarsen3830]

So delicious 😋😋

[@mercyhall5437]

I love your recipe, but what is the wattage of your microwave oven? I wasn't successful in making it the first time on the stove top, so I'm going to try the microwave method.

[@WayneBites]

My microwave is rather basic. It's 1.2 cubic feet and 1100 Watts.

[@luv2luv720]

Great question! I was trying to read the stickers when he opened the microwave lol

[@SuziQ1207]

I use raw peanuts in the thin skin. I don’t like it too well. Would like to try your recipe. Can you tell me wattage of your microwave?

[@bobbywilliams6961]

What "Watt's" is your Microwave? Microwaves have different Watts that can change the time.

[@pistachio_pan1557]

i was making this and i burned my thumb so hard 😂 but it was still really good

[@lindasellards9505]

I tried to make a double batch. It didn't work. Should I stick to a single batch at a time?

[@WayneBites]

Yes! I've never tried a double batch. The sugar has to reach a certain temp and with a double batch it probably takes longer (but I'm not sure wha that timing would be).

[@carolmccanse4468]

Would roasted salted peanuts work as well?

[@lindasanderson4829]

Yes. I’ve only used salted. Unsalted is good, though, I guess, if you’re trying to watch your salt intake. 🙂

[@WayneBites]

Yes, definitely works with salted!

[@karinawitchell2915]

What other oil can you use instead of corn oil please? Olive, almond, coconut? Thanks

[@WayneBites]

Do you mean the canola oil spray? You can use other oil sprays (but olive oil would leave a bit of an aftertaste that wouldn't compliment the flavor). If you mean the "corn syrup" you can't replace that with something else...that and the sugar reach a high temperature and that is a critical part of the process.

[@karinawitchell2915]

@@WayneBites Thank you for replying. Yes I did mean to replace the corn syrup, which is not readily available in the U.K.

[@janineelliott1767]

I would like to know this too, as we can't get corn syrup in the UK, could you use golden syrup in stead?

[@ronnieg6358]

Where can you get corn syrup in the UK? My supermarket dosen't stock it.

[@WayneBites]

I'm not positive, but I did find this online: In the UK golden syrup is the closest substitute and is a refined sugar syrup made from sugar cane. It is more viscous than corn syrup and it can be used as a substitute for corn syrup in most recipes. However if a large quantity of the syrup is used, such as for a pecan pie, you may find that the filling is a little more chewy when made with golden syrup.

[@WayneBites]

I also read you can buy it online in the UK.

[@karenchipman5354]

I tried microwave brittle but didn’t work for me. The brittle was like taffy

[@brkitdwn]

You didn't cook it long enough. It has to reach 310 degrees.

[@kimberleydaytonac7923]

Don’t get me wrong I love your recipe but I think my microwave is too powerful for it that long it goes a dark brown almost burnt

[@nidiaw7354]

When he ad the baking soda?

[@diannecarter5536]

Does it matter what wattage your microwave is ?

[@ladyliberty5909]

How much butter?

[@WayneBites]

2 tbl Butter. The full recipe is in the description, just click on the "more" button. Hope you enjoy it!

[@derrick6125]

All that sugar and no salt? Where's the salt??

[@WayneBites]

lol...you can definitely use salted peanuts!

[@brkitdwn]

You can add 1/4 tsp

[@debbieroland1677]

Use salted butter. Plus .... Baking soda is Sodium Bicarbonate which is a salt.