What is National Peanut Brittle Day?
On January 26th, the United States' National Peanut Brittle Day honors a hard, flat candy confection that is popular around the world. The candy's buttery, nutty texture makes for a delectable snack that can be made at home.
caramelized sugar or corn syrup are mixed in Peanut Brittle's caramelized sugar or corn syrup. added to the molten sugar and then poured onto a flat surface such as granite or marble and smoothed into a thin sheet. Nuts are added to the molten sugar and then smoothed into a thin sheet. The candy transforms into a hard, brittle treat that is broken into smaller pieces as a result. Some of the best brittles are hand-stretched into a thin, easily cracked candy that melts in the mouth.
Peanut brittle's history is uncertain, but one legend claims it was all a mistake.. A southern woman was making taffy, but instead of using cream of tartar, she accidentally used baking soda by mistake.
How to celebrate #peanutbrittleday. peanutbrittleday
Make up a batch of peanut brittle to share with the person you just know loves it.. Since the candy keeps well, give it as a gift. You may even teach someone how to make your favorite dish, passing on the tradition. We've found one for you to try if you don't have a recipe.
