Description
This Best Pumpkin Seeds Brittle recipe offers a perfect combination of sweet, nutty, and crunchy flavors, featuring toasted pepitas coated in a rich, buttery caramel made from brown sugar and honey. Ideal for a satisfying homemade snack or gift, this brittle is easy to prepare in just 15 minutes and delivers a delightful treat with every bite.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup brown sugar
- ½ cup honey
- 1 cup toasted pepitas (pumpkin seeds)
Instructions
- Prepare: Lightly spray or line an 11×17-inch baking dish with parchment paper to prevent sticking. Set it aside for later use.
- Melt: In a medium saucepan over medium-low heat, melt the unsalted butter until smooth and fully liquefied.
- Combine: Add the brown sugar and honey to the melted butter, stirring gently until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Heat: Allow the mixture to cook over medium-low heat without stirring until it reaches 290–300°F on a candy thermometer, known as the “hard crack” stage for optimum brittleness.
- Mix: Remove the pan from heat immediately and swiftly stir in the toasted pepitas to evenly coat them before the mixture hardens.
- Spread: Pour the hot brittle mixture into the prepared baking dish and use a spatula to spread it out evenly to your desired thickness.
- Cool: Let the brittle cool completely at room temperature until it hardens. Once set, break it into pieces and serve or store.
Notes
- Use a candy thermometer to accurately reach the hard crack stage for the perfect brittle texture.
- Toast the pepitas beforehand to enhance their nutty flavor and crunch.
- Ensure to work quickly once the mixture reaches the proper temperature, as it hardens rapidly.
- Store the brittle in an airtight container to maintain freshness and crunchiness.
- You can substitute honey with corn syrup if preferred, but honey adds a richer flavor.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
