Description
Discover the joy of Jelly Bean Brittle, a delightful candy that combines a crunchy, buttery base with chewy jelly beans for a vibrant, nostalgic treat. Perfect for parties, movie nights, or simply to satisfy your sweet tooth, this easy recipe will bring smiles to everyone around. With its colorful appearance and delicious flavors, it’s a fun addition to any dessert table!
Ingredients
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- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup light corn syrup
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 cup jelly beans (your favorite flavors)
Instructions
- Prepare your workspace by lining a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine granulated sugar and corn syrup. Stir continuously until the mixture bubbles gently (about 5 minutes).
- Add melted butter and salt; stir until smooth and glossy (approximately 3 more minutes).
- Remove from heat and quickly fold in jelly beans before the mixture hardens.
- Pour the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet and spread it into a thin layer using a spatula.
- Allow the brittle to cool completely at room temperature for at least 30 minutes before breaking into pieces.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 oz (28g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 10mg