Tropical Brittle

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 cup light corn syrup
  • 1 1/2 cups coarsely chopped macadamia nuts
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 cup chopped shredded sweetened coconut

Instructions

  1. Coat a large non stick baking sheet with nonstick spray.
  2. Combine sugar and corn syrup into a heavy bottom 3 quart saucepan and mix.
  3. Cook on medium-high heat and stir occasionally, until temp reaches 275 degrees.
  4. Stir in nuts and continue cooking, stir occasionally, until temp reaches 305 degrees.
  5. Set aside.
  6. Quickly stir in baking soda,vanilla and coconut.
  7. Spread mixture evenly onto baking sheet with a greased offset wooden spoon.
  8. After brittle has completely cooled.
  9. Loosen and break into medium large pieces.
  10. Store in airtight container for 2 week.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

380 kcal 19% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 3.2g 6% DV
Total Fat 16g 21% DV
Carbs 45.5g 17% DV
Fiber 3.4g 12% DV
Sugar 23.6g 47% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 6850mg 100% DV
Potassium 365.8mg 8% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 0.8mcg
Vitamin C 9.9mg 11% DV
Calcium 23mg 2% DV
Iron 1.1mg 6% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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