Easy Vegan Peanut Brittle Without Corn Syrup

This Easy Vegan Peanut Brittle Without Corn Syrup makes a delicious homemade gift. With just 5 organic ingredients, this simple homemade candy recipe is one you'll want to make all holiday season long. No thermometer needed, this homemade candy is quick and easy!

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A Quick Look At The Recipe

• Recipe Name: Easy Vegan Peanut Brittle Without Corn Syrup
• Ready In: 20 minutes
• Makes: 16 servings
• Main Ingredients: peanuts, peanut butter, maple syrup, olive oil
• Flavor Profile: peanut buttery with a crispy crunch
• Dietary Info: gluten free, vegan, eggless, no seed oils
• Difficulty: Easy!
• Why You’ll Love It: easy peanut brittle without a candy thermometer

Why You'll Love This Recipe

• 5 Ingredients: This easy Vegan Peanut Brittle only requires 5 ingredients! That is it! Now, my grandpa would probably turn over in his grave if I had mentioned a vegan peanut brittle to him, haha. As butter was his favorite food. But, I bet if he was here to try it, he would love it as it's absolutely delicious! While butter is in most peanut brittle recipes, it's not necessary.
• No Corn Syrup: This peanut brittle without corn syrup is just as rich and decadent as the original but no corn syrup needed!
• No Thermometer: You do not need a candy thermometer to make this easy vegan peanut brittle.
• Perfect for Gifting: This Easy Vegan Peanut Brittle is amazing and perfect for any holiday gift! It has a much longer shelf life than cookies and can easily be made in advance, which makes it a great idea for homemade gifts.
• Vegan & Gluten Free: This vegan candy is also gluten free. This makes it perfect if you have friends with allergies or maybe even if you don't know if someone has a gluten or dairy intolerance.
• Organic: Most store bought peanut brittle can have seed oils, artificial flavors, and soy. But, this one is made using real organic ingredients.

One of the traditions in my house during Christmas was my mom set up a White Elephant for Christmas day, that was all food! And there were always our favorite things like Chocolate Cream Drops for my dad, Caramel Lollipops for my brother, and peanut brittle for my grandpa.

And, while it was always super fun trying to pick out what we wanted from the wrapped treat pile — and having Bompa yell at you that you better give him his peanut brittle if you ended up with it. We all always shared in the end, and got a sweet treat. And, it was honestly sometimes the most fun I had all day — with just something as simple as a treat!

Ingredients

• Olive Oil: I use organic extra virgin olive oil that helps provide flavor and works to make this super crispy!
• Agave: I use organic agave syrup here in place of traditional corn syrup. You can also use honey if you don't have agave. While honey is not technically vegan, some vegans do eat this and some do not. But, if you are not vegan, the honey makes a delicious peanut brittle as it has such good flavor paired with the peanuts!
• Peanuts: Use organic roasted and salted peanuts. But, since this is getting baked, raw peanuts are fine to use as well.

*For a full list of ingredients and measurements, visit the recipe card below.

Easy Substitutions

• Easily use honey in place of agave (if you are not vegan). The honey adds such a delicious flavor to this brittle!
• Almond: Make this almond brittle by using almonds and almond butter.
• Pistachio: Make this pistachio brittle by using shelled pistachios and pistachio butter.
• Cashew: Make this cashew brittle by using cashews and cashew butter.

Baker's Tips for Easy Vegan Peanut Brittle Without Corn Syrup

• Always weigh ingredients for the best results.
• Use the best organic ingredients. This recipe has very few ingredients, so they truly matter!
• Double the recipe if you want more (you probably will!) and use a half sheet pan.
• This is a great candy to make ahead of time as it lasts a while. So, it is why it makes such a great gift as you can make it ahead when you have time and it still tastes amazing upon giving.
• If you want to make this a cashew brittle, use cashews and cashew butter.
• Make this an almond brittle by using almonds and almond butter.

How to Make Easy Vegan Peanut Brittle Without Corn Syrup

1. Preheat the oven to 325°F. Line a quarter sheet pan with a half sheet pan size of parchment paper (for easy removal, see video). Add the peanuts to a large mixing bowl. Set aside.

2. In a small pot add the olive oil, agave, peanut butter, and maple syrup. 

3. Put over medium heat and whisk until everything is combined.

4. Pour the sugar mixture over the peanuts. Stir to combine completely.

5. Transfer to the prepared baking sheet and spread it out evenly.

6. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until golden brown. Allow to cool completely on the baking sheet.

7. Break into pieces. 

8. Store in a cool, dry place.

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