Ingredients

  • 3 cups sugar
  • 1 cup light corn syrup
  • 12 cup water
  • 1 teaspoon water
  • 4 12 cups dry roasted salted peanuts
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda

Method

  • Mix baking soda, teaspoon water and vanilla.
  • Set a side.
  • Mix sugar, 1/2 cup water and corn syrup in a heavy pot.
  • Stirring constantly.
  • Cook over medium heat unitl it reaches 240* on candy thermometer.
  • Add butter and nuts.
  • Cook until mixture reaches 290* on candy thermometer.
  • Immediatly turn off heat.
  • Quickly stir in baking soda mixture until light and fluffy.
  • Pour onto greased half sheet pan, spray with cooking spray.
  • Roll with a marble rolling pin until about 1/4 inch thick.
  • Cool completely: at least 1 hour.
  • Break into small pieces and store in an air tight container.
  • Makes about 3 lbs.