Yep, you read that right. 🙂 It’s the sweet and spicy candy that bites back.
I say it’s high time we switch it up a bit. Bring a little heat into the kitchen! 🙂
And, if you like the sweet, spicy combo, this candy is an extra special treat. Not only is it packed with that Chipotle heat we love so much, but it’s extra peanut butter-y with two tablespoons of peanut butter added to the mix. Which gives it a great golden peanut butter color and that great creamy peanut taste.
Now, I’m not gonna fib… This one is not for the spice-challenged, because it comes packed with heat! And, if you’re like me, it’s hard to add a conservative and level teaspoon when you’re adding the heat. 🙂 Enjoy!
Chipotle Peanut Butter Peanut Brittle
Ingredients
- Cooking spray
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup light-colored corn syrup
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 and ½ cups or 11.5-ounce container unsalted, dry-roasted peanuts
- 2 tablespoons peanut butter
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon chipotle chile powder
Instructions
- Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper; coat paper with cooking spray.
- Combine sugar, corn syrup, and butter into a large, heavy saucepan over medium heat. Cook 16 to 18 minutes or until a candy thermometer registers 275°, stirring frequently. Add peanuts and peanut butter and cook 3 minutes or until a candy thermometer registers 295°, stirring constantly. Remove from heat; stir in baking soda and chile powder.
- (*See notes!) Quickly pour mixture onto prepared pan. Spread evenly with a heat resistant spatula OR cover with a sheet of parchment paper. If using the parchment paper method, use a rolling pin and quickly roll mixture to an even thickness. Discard top parchment sheet. Cool mixture completely; break into pieces. Store in an airtight container.
Notes
Recipe adapted from Cooking Light My Recipes @ Chipotle Peanut Brittle.
Spicy Chipotle Peanut Butter Peanut Brittle
Chris @ Shared Appetite says
Wow love that you added a little kick to this brittle!! Super clever! I’m always down for a little heat with my sweet 🙂
Kristi says
Hahaha! I love it –> I’m always down for a little heat with my sweet. Me too!
marcie says
This looks SO good, Kristi, and I’m really craving it now! I love the sound of the spice and the fact that there’s peanut butter in there, too. Delicious, and pinning. 🙂
Kristi says
It’s really rich with the peanut butter – we loved the flavor, and I hope you do too! And, thanks for the pin!
Pamela @ Brooklyn Farm Girl says
Making me real hungry this afternoon for some sweet brittle!
Kristi says
I have not made peanut brittle forever – and it was so easy, so fun and so tasty!
Ashley @ Wishes & Dishes says
I have forgotten about peanut brittle – thanks for reminding me how good this stuff is!!
Kristi says
Me too Ashley! I can’t remember the last time I made it (er, before this time of course!). Haha! Have a great weekend!
Ashley | Spoonful of Flavor says
What a great idea, Kristie! Peanut butter and chipoitle sounds like a wonderful combination. And who doesn’t love peanut brittle?! Have a great weekend 🙂
Kristi says
You too Ashley – so glad you like it. It’s definitely unique and not your typical Peanut Brittle! Sometimes you just need to chance things up! 🙂
Chantal says
Hi Kristi
I’am Chantal from Travelling Papilles, your candies look so yummy.
They remember me peanut pralines my mom used to bake when I was a child.
Thank you for sharing this.
Chantal
Kristi says
Hi Chantal! Welcome! I’m so glad you like the recipe and that it brings back fond memories! Have a beautiful weekend – and I hope you get a chance to try it!
Consuelo @ Honey & Figs says
Oh my wow, this is such a flawless combo that I’d never thought of! But it’s such a brilliant idea indeed! Won’t you happen to have any piece left huh? 😉
Hope you have a wonderful weekend! xx
Kristi says
Hahaha! It went pretty quickly! As it turns out, people seem to like the candy that bites back! Have a beautiful weekend Consuelo!
Monica says
I’ve had nut brittle on my “to-make” list for the past 2-3 Christmases and still haven’t done it! My mother likes it and I will make it one day, I swear! : ) I love this idea of a spicy version with peanut butter!
Kristi says
Oh you should Monica! It so tasty! And filled with peanuts – which I love. And lots of crunch. 😉
Lindsey @ American Heritage Cooking says
I’ve never made PB brittle before but I LOVE it! You make it sound so easy! I am one of those weenies you were speaking of…maybe just a pinch will do 🙂
Kristi says
Either way – leave it out if you want to! – you’ll love the peanut brittle and with the extra peanut butter, it’s sssooo good!
Renee@Two in the Kitchen says
Oh wow! Peanut Brittle is one of those treats I fondly remember from childhood! We didn’t have it that often. But when we did, it was so memorable! And you made it homemade!! And a little spicy!! This is fantastic!!
Kristi says
Thanks Renee – try it – you will love it!
whatjessicabakednext says
This looks so good- I love sweet and salty!
Kristi says
Thanks Jessica! So glad you like it!
Daniela @ FoodrecipesHQ says
Chipotle and peanut butter, really? The combination is really original, never heard of it before. I like the heat 🙂 I recently bought a chilli chocolate and loved it so much so I think I ready to try these beautiful “hot” peanut butter brittles!
Kristi says
I love those chili chocolates too Daniela – they are so addictive!
Jamie@Milk 'n' Cookies says
Yum! I’ve always loved peanut brittle, but I’ve never tried a spicy version. The balance of sweet, salty, and slightly spicy sounds like it would be addictive, to say the least!
Kristi says
I hope you try it Jamie – I think you’ll love it!
Mary Frances says
I’m not a big fan of really sweet things so I love the idea of adding a savory element to balance the sugar.
Kristi says
Me too Mary Frances! I’m not a huge sweet eater myself. So glad you like the recipe!
Johlene says
Hey! I´m not sure how I missed this post.. you are on my list of favourite blogs to visit on a regular basis and somehow I missed this.. confused.. 🙂 Reminds me of honeycomb which was probably my favourite dessert as a child.. 🙂 Happy week and forgive my very late comment!!! xoxo
Kristi says
No worries Johlene! Always happy to have to stop by. And, I’ve been totally lazy this week on my blog too! Have a great week!
Christin@SpicySouthernKitchen says
Bring on the heat! I absolutely love chili peppers added to sweets. Great recipe. Pinning!
Kristi says
Thanks for the pin Christin! So glad you like the recipe!
Cindy @ Pick Fresh Foods says
This peanut brittle looks fantastic! I haven’t gotten into to spicy candy, but this sounds a really good combination. Definitely, worth trying. Beautiful photos 😀 Pinning!!
Kristi says
Thanks for the pin Cindy! And, thanks for the compliments on the photos! I hope you get a chance to try some spicy candy soon. One of my favorites. Have a beautiful week!
Juliana says
Such an interesting recipe Kristi, I can almost taste the crunchy brittle with the spicy chipotle powder…great recipes.
Thanks for the inspiration…have a great week 😀
Kristi says
Thanks Juliana! Everyone that tried it, loved it – it’s definitely unique and I’ll be making it again. Have a beautiful week!
ananda says
hi kristi, i love spicy with sweet, like chocolate & chili pepper! this candy looks so yummy! =)
Kristi says
Chocolate and chili pepper is one of my favorite combos! YUM!
Ruby @ The Ruby Red Apron says
Chipotle in brittle?? How creative! I would totally try this! Yum!
Kristi says
Thanks Ruby – so glad you like it! Have a wonderful week!
Aimee / WallflowerGirl.co.uk says
I love lot’s of spice and I love peanut butter brittle, what’s not to love? Sounds amazing!
Kristi says
Thanks Aimee! So glad you like it!
Ashley says
Oooo this brittle is so cool! I really like that it’s different than a normal brittle with the flavors! My husband would loveeee this!
Kristi says
Hahaha! We loved it too! I think your husband and my family have similar tastes! Have a great week Ashley!
Kelly says
Holy moly – I love the idea of spicy peanut brittle! That’s such a great idea – can’t wait to give this one a try – bring on the heat 🙂 Pinning 🙂
Kristi says
Thanks for the pin Kelly – you will LOVE it! 🙂
Heather says
ooo, spice in the candy, what a great idea! especially for peanut brittle where you get the crunchy in there too!
Kristi says
Thanks Heather! It definitely adds some spice to life! Haha!