Lemon Ginger Sunflower Seed Buttery Brittle Recipe

Name: Lemon Ginger Sunflower Seed Buttery Brittle
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups sunflower seeds; 1 teaspoon salt, optional if purchased seeds unsalted (optional); 2 tablespoons butter; 4 teaspoons grated lemon zest; 1 1/2 teaspoons ginger; Pam cooking spray; 3 cups white sugar; 4 tablespoons white corn syrup; 1/2 cup cold water; 3/4 teaspoon baking soda; 1 1/2 teaspoons lemon extract

Servings: persons

1
In medium saucepan add butter, sunflower seeds, salt, lemon zest, and ginger. Heat on low heat, stirring until covered and warm.
2
Keep warm in warm oven.
3
Grease a large jelly roll pan with pam or other shortening.
4
In large heavy 4 quart saucepan, add sugar, corn syrup and water. Heat slowly, stirring with a wooden spoon. Sugar will turn a golden brown. Do not burn.
5
Use a candy thermomenter. When the sugar mixture reaches hard crack stage 300*. Pull off heat.
6
Stir in baking soda and lemon extract. Beat it in thoroughly.
7
Take warmed sunflower seeds out of oven and fold into sugar mixture.
8
Spray large flat bottomed spoon with Pam.
9
Spread candy mixture on jelly roll pan.Even out with bottom of flat bottomed spoon.
10
Cool.
11
Crack into 4 inch pieces.
12
Store in air tight glass canisters or wrap with waxed paper between layers and put in decorative cups wrapped with colorful cellophane for the holidays.

1348

kcal

Calories

Fat

178

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups sunflower seeds, 1 teaspoon salt, optional if purchased seeds unsalted (optional), 2 tablespoons butter, 4 teaspoons grated lemon zest, and more.

Yes, Lemon Ginger Sunflower Seed Buttery Brittle falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Lemon Ginger Sunflower Seed Buttery Brittle

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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