Step By Step Coconut Brittle Recipe

Microwave brittle candy with macadamia nuts and a coconut layer. A cinch to make.

INGREDIENTS:

• 1 cup flaked coconut
• 1 cup white sugar
• 1/2 cup corn syrup
• 4 ounces chopped macadamia nuts
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon baking soda

DIRECTIONS:

1. Spread coconut evenly over a buttered baking sheet.

2. In a medium microwave-safe bowl, combine sugar and corn syrup. Microwave on high 3 minutes.

3. Stir in nuts and microwave 4 minutes more. Stir in butter and vanilla and return to microwave for 1 minute.

4. Stir in soda until light and slightly foamy. Pour over coconut in pan. Let cool until firm, 1 hour. Break into pieces.

Original recipe yield: 25 servings.