Bright, citrusy, and delightfully crunchy! This Cranberry Orange Brittle recipe from One Sweet Mama is full of festive holiday flavor with dried cranberries and candied orange peels in every bite. Easy to make, these zesty treats make a perfect companion for cozy fireside moments with a warm mug of cocoa or a thoughtful holiday gift!
This easy Cranberry Orange Brittle recipe is so addictive, you'll want to make it a holiday tradition! Flavored with bright, zesty Orange Flavor Paste and studded with dried cranberries and candied orange peel cubes, you'll enjoy this crunchy treat for many seasons to come.
In a heavy duty, thick bottomed pot (8 quart or larger), combine butter, sugar, glucose syrup, salt, and water.
Heat over medium heat until butter is melted and sugar is dissolved. Stir this entire time.
Increase heat to high, bring mixture to a boil and cook until temperature reaches 305°F, stirring the entire time. Turn off heat.
In this order, stir in the Orange Flavor Paste, baking soda, candied orange peel cubes and dried cranberries.
Stir gently to not “pop” all of the air created by the baking soda.
Pour onto a prepared baking sheet, and spread gently.
Cool completely. Break into pieces. Serve and enjoy, or store in an airtight container with parchment paper between layers. *See recipe notes
Recipe Note:
*Storage Instructions: Shelf life is approximately one week before the texture changes, and 4-6 before the flavor changes. Do not store in the refrigerator or freezer.
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