SOFT PEANUT BUTTER BRITTLE

Everyone's favourite sugary-sweet treat is a sure winner this holiday season!

Makes approx 16 Sweetness 3/3 Difficulty 2/3 1/2 cup organic cane sugar 1/4 cup pure maple syrup 2 tablesoons purified water pinch sea salt 1/2 cup raw unsalted peanuts 1/2 cup organic peanut butter 1/4 cup extra virgin coconut oil, at room temperature 1/2 teaspoon baking soda Lightly grease a 9” glass casserole dish and set aside. In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the cane sugar, maple syrup, water, and salt. Stir until the sugar is dissolved.

Bring mixture to a boil, then turn down the heat a notch so it is just gently simmering. Continue to cook for approximately 8 minutes, gently stirring every two minutes so it does not stick to the bottom of the pot. Do not overstir. After 8 minutes has passed, turn down the heat to low and stir in the peanuts, coconut oil and peanut butter. Stir to mix, and then add the baking soda and mix more. Pour the mixture into the glass dish and use a spatula to smooth it out evenly. Place in the freezer for an hour and a half to harden. Cut coarsely into small pieces. If it is too crumbly, put back in the freezer to harden for another 30 minutes. Keep in the freezer until ready to serve.

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