Peanut Brittle (Kopie)

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Adapted from Chocolates and Confections

1 cup sugar
1/4 cup water
1/2 cup corn syrup
1 1/2 cup peanuts
1/2 tsp salt
1 tbsp butter
3/4 tsp vanilla
3/4 tsp baking soda

Line a 9x13-inch pan with parchment paper and set aside.

Combine sugar, water and corn syrup in a 2 quart pot. Cover and bring to a boil for 3 minutes. Remove cover and attach candy thermometer. Cook to 240 F without stirring.

Add peanuts and cook, stirring continuously, until the temperature reaches 320 F. The sugar should begin to turn golden brown. Remove from the heat and add salt, butter, vanilla and baking soda. Stir to incorporate completely.

Pour into the prepared pan and smooth out with a greased offset spatula. Allow to cool to room temperature then break into manageable sizes. Delicious!