• Homemade Peanut Brittle - Hill Country Chocolate
  • Homemade Peanut Brittle - Hill Country Chocolate
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Homemade Peanut Brittle

Homemade Peanut Brittle

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Our Peanut Brittle is prepared like the Texans do, with authentic Spanish peanuts and a traditional recipe passed down from Dan's childhood babysitter. Hand-stretched in small batches, every pound is filled with a crunchy, mouth-watering texture that will satisfy any sweet tooth. Perfect for chocolate lovers and foodies alike, crafted with artisanal techniques and the finest cocoa available. Join our chocolate community and indulge in our handcrafted chocolate without overspending.

8 oz 


Nutrition Facts

INGREDIENTS: PEANUTS, SUGAR, CORN SYRUP, BUTTER, BAKING SODA, SALT, VANILLA EXTRACT.

CONTAINS: PEANUTS, MILK

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How we make these products

We make our peanut brittle the way Texans have been making it for generations, using a recipe passed down from Dan's childhood babysitter and authentic Spanish peanuts that deliver superior crunch and flavor. The process starts with cooking sugar, corn syrup, and butter to 300°F—the hard crack stage—while constantly stirring to prevent scorching. Spanish peanuts get folded in during the final minutes of cooking, toasting in the hot candy syrup and releasing their oils. At the precise moment, we stir in baking soda, which causes the mixture to foam and creates the signature airy, crunchy texture that makes brittle "brittle."

The hot candy gets poured onto buttered marble slabs and immediately hand-stretched while it's still pliable, working quickly before it sets. This traditional stretching technique creates the ideal thickness—thin enough to bite through easily but substantial enough to hold plenty of peanuts in every piece. We break the cooled sheets into irregular shards, each one showing off the amber candy studded with roasted Spanish peanuts. The result is a Texas-style brittle with deep caramel notes, buttery richness, and the perfect balance of sweet and salty that keeps you reaching for another piece.

What Makes It Special
Hill Country Chocolate's peanut brittle stays true to Texas tradition by using Spanish peanuts exclusively—smaller and oilier than Virginia peanuts, with an intense nutty flavor that stands up to the sweet candy base. The recipe itself is a piece of Fredericksburg history, unchanged from the version Dan learned as a child, connecting each batch to decades of Texas candy-making heritage.

How to Enjoy
Store in an airtight container to maintain maximum crunch, and serve at room temperature alongside dark chocolate or vanilla ice cream. The brittle pairs beautifully with black coffee or bourbon, where its caramel notes and salty finish complement the bitter and smoky flavors.

Product FAQs

Q: Does this peanut brittle contain gluten or other allergens besides peanuts? 
A: This peanut brittle contains peanuts and milk (from butter). The ingredients are peanuts, sugar, corn syrup, butter, baking soda, salt, and vanilla extract—no wheat or gluten-containing ingredients. Hill Country Chocolate processes various nuts and dairy products in our Fredericksburg facility, so cross-contamination is possible for those with severe allergies.

Q: How should I store peanut brittle to keep it crunchy? 
A: Store peanut brittle in an airtight container at room temperature (65-75°F) for up to 3 weeks. Humidity is the enemy—it makes brittle sticky and chewy instead of crisp. In humid Texas weather, add a piece of parchment paper between layers and include a small packet of silica gel (food-safe desiccant) in the container.

Q: Can I ship peanut brittle as a gift during summer months? 
A: Yes, peanut brittle ships better than chocolate in warm weather since it won't melt. We pack each order in protective packaging to prevent breakage during transit. For summer shipping to hot climates, we recommend selecting expedited shipping to minimize time in transit, though brittle handles heat better than our chocolate-covered items.

Q: What's the best way to serve or eat peanut brittle? 
A: Break into bite-sized pieces for easy snacking—the irregular shapes are part of the charm. Peanut brittle pairs wonderfully with black coffee or bourbon, as the bitterness cuts through the sweetness. Crumble pieces over vanilla ice cream for a Texas-style sundae topping.

Q: What makes Spanish peanuts different from regular peanuts in brittle? 
A: Spanish peanuts are smaller with reddish-brown skins and higher oil content than Virginia peanuts. This creates more intense peanut flavor and better crunch in brittle. The traditional Texas recipe specifically calls for Spanish peanuts because they stay crispy even when surrounded by sugar syrup.

Q: Why is this brittle hand-stretched instead of poured into molds? 
A: Hand-stretching creates the signature thin, crispy texture that shatters perfectly when you bite it. The technique aerates the candy while it's still warm, incorporating tiny air pockets that make each piece lighter and more delicate than machine-made brittle. This traditional method, passed down from Dan's babysitter's recipe, takes more time but produces superior texture.