Description
A delightful and crunchy treat made with sunflower seeds, perfect for snacking.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup raw sunflower seeds
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup light corn syrup
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
Instructions
- Prepare a baking sheet with a layer of parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the sugar, corn syrup, and butter, and place it over medium heat.
- Stir the mixture continuously until it begins to bubble vigorously.
- Allow the bubbling to continue without stirring for approximately 5 minutes, or until the color deepens to a rich amber hue.
- Carefully remove the saucepan from the heat and swiftly mix in the vanilla extract, salt, and baking soda; be cautious as the mixture will foam up.
- Fold in the sunflower seeds, ensuring they are thoroughly coated in the syrupy mixture.
- Transfer the sticky concoction onto the lined baking sheet, using a spatula to spread it out evenly.
- Let the crunch cool completely at room temperature for about half an hour.
- Once it has hardened, break the sunflower seed crunch into bite-sized pieces and store them in an airtight container for freshness.
Notes
- Ensure to use raw sunflower seeds for the best flavor.
- Be careful when handling the hot syrup mixture to avoid burns.
- Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ounce
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Sunflower Seed Brittle, Crunchy Snack, Sunflower Seed Recipe