This is the easiest peanut brittle recipe because it’s made in the microwave! It’s made with simple ingredients and comes together quickly. You’ll want to add this recipe to our holiday baking pronto!
❤️ WHY WE LOVE IT
We love this recipe because it really simplifies the process of making peanut brittle. It takes most of the guesswork out of it, and….it’s delicious! Mom first found this recipe in her Sharp Carousel Cooking Book years ago. We have changed it a tad, and it always comes out great. We love adding it to gift bags for Christmas, and it also makes a wonderful hostess gift for holiday parties.
SWAPS
You could easily swap out the peanuts for cashews or pecans. Many have asked about swapping corn syrup for another ingredient, but unfortunately, I’ve not found one that works well.
⭐TIP
Remember to use a glass dish to prepare the brittle in. This mixture will become very hot, so be extra careful when handling it. Let the bowl cool before washing.
All microwaves vary in their wattage. So watching it is crucial. Remember that the peanut brittle mixture should be LIGHT BROWN.
RECIPE VARIATIONS
Different nuts work great with this recipe. Try pecans, almonds, or cashews. You can drop chocolate chips on top immediately after spreading it on a baking sheet. Add a couple of sprinkles of sea salt for a deep, salty flavor.
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This recipe for Microwave Peanut Brittle is delicious! Its super easy to make and has wonderful reviews. Video included.
Prep Time 5 minutesmins
Cook Time 10 minutesmins
Total Time 15 minutesmins
Course candy
Cuisine American, southern
1cupwhite sugar
1/2cuplight corn syrup
Dash of salt
1 to 1 1/2cupsshelled raw peanutsCould use regular peanuts or pecans, too
1tablespoonbutter or margarine
1 1/2teaspoonsbaking soda
1teaspoonvanilla
Spray a baking sheet generously. Combine sugar, corn syrup and salt in a 3 quart microwave GLASS bowl. Stir in peanuts and microwave on high until light brown. (About 9 to 10 minutes.) Microwaves vary so you will have to watch the timing.
Stir twice while cooking.(This gets very hot, so be careful not to get burned.) Stir in remaining ingredients. Mixture should be light and foamy. Quickly spread as thin as possible on greased baking sheet. Let cool and break into pieces. Makes about 1 pound of peanut brittle
Remember to use a glass dish to prepare the brittle in. This mixture will become very hot, so be extra careful when handling it.
All microwaves vary in their wattage. So watching it is crucial. Remember that the peanut brittle mixture should be LIGHT BROWN. Watch video for more instruction.
Love poached eggs, but don’t want all the hassle? These Easy Microwave Poached Eggs are the BEST way to quickly and nearly effortlessly make poached eggs. And it only takes a few minutes!
Looking for an easy way to poach eggs? I’ve got you.
If you want to poach an egg (or 2!), this microwave method is by far the easiest. I first learned of this method in 2021 and haven’t made poached eggs the classic way since. In this post, I’m making 2 eggs, however the step-by-step and printable recipe is written for 1 egg. Simply double the ingredients and microwave eggs separately to ensure success.
To Make These Microwave Poached Eggs You Will Need:
Bring 1 cup of water to a boil. If making 2 eggs, boil 2 cups of water
Meanwhile, add 1-1/4 teaspoons white vinegar to a microwave safe ramekin or bowl. If you’re making 2 eggs, you will need to make each egg in its own ramekin.
And then crack egg(s) into shallow bowl. This is optional, but it is easier to add the egg to the hot vinegar/water bath and avoid getting splashed with hot liquids.
Once the water is boiling, pour the water into the vinegar in the ramekin.
Immediately –BUT CAREFULLY– add the egg slowly into the hot vinegar water.
Use oven mitts or a thick towel to transfer the ramekin into the microwave for 30 seconds. Then carefully (use a kitchen towel or oven mitt if the ramekin is hot) remove the ramekin.
Use a large spoon or slotted spoon to carefully and slowly, turn the egg over and then microwave for an additional 15 to 20 seconds or until whites are set.
Once the whites are set, use a slotted spoon to remove the poached egg and drain on paper towel.
If Making Two Eggs: Once the first egg is draining on paper towel, quickly make the second egg. Pour the other half of the boiling water (I keep it boiling on the stove) into a second ramekin with vinegar and carefully add the second egg. Microwave the second egg for 30 seconds, carefully flip the egg in the vinegar water and microwave for an additional 15 to 20 seconds OR until whites are set. Transfer poached egg to paper towel lined plate to remove excess water before serving.
In my experience, making 2 eggs at the same time in the microwave, throws off the cook times.
Ways To enjoy Poached Eggs:
Enjoy! And if you give this Microwave Poached Eggs recipe a try, let me know! Snap a photo and tag me on twitter or instagram!
Yield: 1serving
Microwave Poached Eggs
Love poached eggs, but don’t want the hassle? These Easy Microwave Poached Eggs are the BEST way to quickly and nearly effortlessly make poached eggs.
Prep Time: 5 minutesmins
Cook Time: 2 minutesmins
Total Time: 7 minutesmins
1cupswater
1¼teaspoonswhite vinegar
1largeegg
kosher salt, for serving
freshly ground black pepper, for serving
Bring 1 cup of water to a boil.
Meanwhile, add 1¼ teaspoons white vinegar to a microwave-safe ramekin or bowl.
In a separate small bowl, crack and add the egg.
Once the water is boiling, carefully pour into the ramekin with the vinegar. Immediately –BUT STILL CAREFULLY– add the egg slowly into the hot vinegar water.
Use oven mitts or a thick towel to transfer the ramekins into the microwave and cook for 30 seconds, carefully (still using a kitchen towel if the ramekin is hot) remove the ramekin.
Use a slotted spoon to carefully and slowly, turn the egg over and then microwave for an additional 15 to 20 seconds OR until whites are set.Once the whites are set, use a slotted spoon to remove and drain on paper towel.
If Making Two Eggs: Once the first egg is draining on paper towel, quickly make the second egg. Pour the other half of the boiling water (I keep it boiling on the stove) into the second ramekin and carefully add the second egg. Microwave the second egg for 30 seconds, carefully flip the egg in the vinegar water and microwave for an additional 15 to 20 seconds OR until whites are set. Transfer poached egg to paper towel lined plate before serving.In my experience, making 2 eggs at the same time in the microwave, throws off the cook times.
See blog post for ways to enjoy poached eggs.
Nutrition Disclaimer:All information presented on this site is intended for informational purposes only. I am not a certified nutritionist and any nutritional information shared on SimplyScratch.com should only be used as a general guideline.
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Spring is in the air — the sun is shining, the flowers are blooming, and the grocery store is full of Peeps! Those little marshmallow-based confections are one of the sure signs that spring has arrived. In the 70 years since they were invented by Bob Born, they’ve secured a spot as one of the most beloved treats for Easter (not to mention Halloween, Christmas, and Valentine’s Day, for which there are completely new broods of Peeps to love).
While Peeps are delightfully sweet and squishy right out of the package, if you’ve spent time on social media lately you may have seen folks doing something a little different with these cute Easter sweets: microwaving Peeps!
What Happens to Peeps When You Microwave Them?
Microwaving Peeps is super quick and easy to do. Place a single Peep on a microwave-safe plate, and microwave for about 20 to 25 seconds. In mere seconds, you’ll see the small chickadee puff up like a balloon. Because there are so many varieties of Peeps available, it’s important to note that the results should be similar with any flavor, but different ingredients may affect the final product slightly. The standard ingredients in Peeps are sugar, corn syrup, gelatin, and less than 0.5% of Yellow #5, Potassium Sorbate, Natural Flavors, and Carnuba Wax. But what the ingredient list doesn’t include is something that ends up making all the difference: air!
Within each Peep, the mixture of sugar, corn syrup, and gelatin creates air bubbles, which help the sweets keep their characteristic shape. Microwaves heat from the inside out, so when you microwave a Peep, the water molecules in the corn syrup heat rapidly, creating steam, which forces the air bubbles to expand, causing your Peep to swell to four times its original size — but for just a moment — before deflating to a goopy mess on your plate (you did remember to use a plate, didn’t you?).
As soon as you take the Peeps out of the microwave, you’ll see all the effects of the experiment. First, you’ll note a slightly nutty, burnt sugar smell — a result of the sugars breaking down within. You’ll also see the Peeps’ stretchy, gooey consistency, like a cheese pull but for marshmallows. In terms of flavor, a microwaved Peep is very similar to its uncooked counterparts, but because texture is so important to the Peeps experience, these hit way different. They become chewy or even crunchy depending on how much time they’ve spent in the microwave. (Because this relies on the specific ingredient combination present in Peeps, this experiment won’t work with vegan varieties.)
Ways You Can Bake with Peeps
Once you’ve microwaved a Peep, there’s not much you can do with it (although you can use them to make edible slime). A better alternative is to bake or fire-roast your Peeps, like toasting marshmallows for s’mores. One year, my stepmother used Peeps to top her sweet potato casserole instead of the traditional marshmallows. It worked beautifully, and, for the most part, you can substitute Peeps for regular marshmallows in many recipes. Here are some of our favorites.
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I am always looking for ways to make meal prep easier, whether it’s bookmarking quick and simple recipes, or using versatile cookware and gear that can make prepping and cooking go by faster. Unfortunately I also have a small kitchen, so as much as I love having the newest kitchen appliance, I’m not going all in unless I’m sure I have the space — sorry to all the air fryers I’ve loved, but didn’t have room for.
Somehow, Anyday’s cookware accomplishes all of those things that I’m looking for with its line of microwave cookware, which explains why I have several sets. It goes beyond being just microwave-safe — this is cookware that you can use to cook full meals (yes, full meals!) in the microwave, instead of on the stove or in the oven. The goal is to free you up to do other things by streamlining how you cook your food, providing tons of versatility and keeping your counters free of uni-tasking appliances. While the cookware might not truly eliminate the need for your Dutch oven or slow cooker (nothing really will!), they do serve multiple functions, making things much simpler and more efficient.
Anyday makes microwave cookware that you use to actually cook in the microwave, so you’re able to get more use out of the appliance. The cookware looks like dishes and bowls, and includes lids with valves. The lids and body of the dishes are made of heat-resistant borosilicate glass, and the lids also include a silicone seal and microwave-safe stainless steel.
Is Anyday cookware microwave-safe?
Yes, Anyday cookware is designed specifically for the microwave so pieces are microwave-safe. That being said, the brand definitely recommends following the “Getting Started” directions to make sure you set your microwave at the optimal power level and learn the ins and outs of the cookware before attempting an entree in the microwave.
How do I use Anyday cookware in the microwave?
Anyday has lots of instructions on how to use their cookware, and one that you definitely shouldn’t overlook is the steam valve on the lids. There is a valve on the top of the lids which needs to be lifted up in the released position to allow steam to exit the container as food cooks in the microwave. As another layer of safety, make sure to keep the lid an inch or more away from the wall of the microwave to prevent sparking.
When you’re storing food in the cookware, that same valve needs to be pushed down to keep everything fresh and, well, contained.
Can Anyday cookware really go in the oven?
Yes, the glass dishes can go into an oven up to 500°F and the lid is fine up to 400°F. Because the dishes are glass, they should not go on the stovetop or on a grill. However, they can go into the fridge, freezer, and dishwasher. I honestly wouldn’t think these products were worth it if they couldn’t go in the dishwasher, even if they were the greatest cookware I ever owned, so that’s a relief.
What can you cook in Anyday cookware?
You can cook many different things in the Anyday cookware. The website gives lots of tips and tricks for simple one-ingredient recipes like vegetables and rice as well as more complex dishes with meat, eggs, and other ingredients that you don’t typically associate as microwave-cooked.
Does Anyday have Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales?
Yes, Anyday is currently running a Black Friday and Cyber Monday sale with 20% off everything across the site, and 30% off orders $200+. It’s the brand’s biggest sale of the year, so it’s worth stocking up if you’ve been eyeing the cookware.
Is Anyday cookware worth it?
If you’re a heavy microwave user or just want to start using your microwave more often, Anyday cookware would be a good fit for your lifestyle. The glass construction is comparable to other high-quality glass containers, but the difference with Anyday is that the lids can also go in the microwave and even the oven; even though you can’t use them at the same high temps as you would a regular roasting or baking tray, this still gives you much more versatility than other cookware. Anyday’s pieces are also quite attractive compared to other containers, and the borosilicate glass is durable and can last years.
If you don’t keep your microwave oven in good condition, it could catch fire. (Photo: Getty)
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This doesn’t mean that you should freak out and duck and roll every time you make avocado toast in your kitchen. But if you are not careful, your kitchen could be an accident waiting to happen.
Of course, your oven and stove can be dangerous because they could end up cooking things besides your food. And you should be careful about operating a garbage disposal, blender, or something similar while wearing a long necktie or scarf. But there are other dangers that may not be so obvious. For example, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, each year approximately 22,500 people have to visit hospital emergency departments after getting injured by furniture, TVs, and appliances tipping over, 44% of whom are children. Your kitchen probably has at least one tip-over risk plus several things that can catch on fire, and on fire not in a good way. Specifically, there are four things to look out for, based on what three appliance repair experts who run the “Appliances Made Simple” website say.
1. Your refrigerator can tip over, catch fire, or give you bad microbes.
An unsecured refrigerator can tip over and crush you. (Photo: Getty)
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Assuming that you don’t have a TV, a dresser, or a gigantic Harry Styles statue in your kitchen, the most likely thing to tip over is your refrigerator. Your fridge is probably the most-used appliance in your kitchen as well because that’s where the food be. So frequently engagement means that it may be more likely to move. Moreover, it’s freaking heavy since a fridge made completely out of papier-mâché, rubber, or lint wouldn’t work too well.
Therefore, it’s super important to keep your refrigerator secured, potentially to the wall, as the “Appliances Made Simple” website recommends, so that it doesn’t Rock the Casbah, so to speak, until it falls on to you. It’s not great idea to place heavy items on top of your fridge either as they may fall on to you. So find some other place to put your anvils, bowling balls, and iron garter belts.
Also, remember that the refrigerator has electricity flowing through it so it can catch fire should wires or other parts be faulty. Therefore, make sure that everything is in good working order. Antique end tables may be nice but not necessarily antique refrigerators.
Finally, your refrigerator could be a home to a lot of unwelcome guests. No, not your relatives and in-laws who just won’t leave, but rather microbes like bacteria and mold that could get you really sick. So keep the insides of your refrigerator clean and throw out any food that may be spoiled or contaminated.
2. Cooker hoods and ducts can catch fire.
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Your stove can certainly catch fire. In fact, if you have a gas stove, it is supposed to do so to a limited degree. The trouble is it can readily spark a fire in anything close to the stove. That includes the hood and ventilation systems sitting above or to side of the stove. Such systems can get get clogged up with dust and grease, leaving them readily ignitable. Therefore, it’s important to regularly clean these systems and frequently replace the filters. You don’t want a hooda, coulda, woulda situation.
3. Dishwashers can catch fire.
Allow the heating element of your dishwasher to cool down for a few hours after a wash cycle before … [+] initiating another one. (Photo: Getty)
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Just because a dishwasher has water running through it doesn’t mean that it can’t catch fire. A dishwasher typically has heating elements and uses electricity as well. So the same keep-it-clean-and-in-working-condition advice applies here too. The “Appliances Made Simple” guys also recommend allowing the heating element of your dishwasher to cool down for a few hours after a wash cycle before initiating another one. In the case of dishwashers and people, being hot may be good but there is such a thing as being too hot. Moreover, the three guys advise against running your dishwasher overnight or any other time when you may not be around to quickly detect that something’s gone wrong. It’s not great coming back to a situation where the dishes are done but the house is on fire.
4. Microwaves can catch fire, expose you to radiation, and cause heat things to burn you.
According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the majority of microwave-related injuries … [+] are burn injuries when people touch, eat, or otherwise come into contact with food, liquids, or containers before they’ve had time to cool down enough. (Photo: Getty)
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By now you may think that seemingly everything in your kitchen can catch fire. That’s may be true for practically besides your ceramic Taylor Swift Meets BTS Shrine. But one more appliance that could be prone to going aflame if it’s not maintained properly is your microwave. Yes, that innocent appearing microwave that you may use to reheat your gnocchi or make your underwear nice and cozy feeling. Chances are you know that metal items such as utensils and handcuffs shouldn’t go into a microwave because they may spark a fire. But you should also look for places where the microwave may have wear and tear, allowing them to malfunction and catch fire.
Check the door to the microwave too. A defective door can allow radiation to leak out and in turn expose you, which wouldn’t be great. Microwave radiation to your popcorn is one thing. Microwave radiation to your genitals is another thing. Thus, the “Appliances Made Simple” guys warn you to regularly check the seal of the door and make sure it closes tightly.
Then there are the food, beverages, and anything else that you may put in the microwave. According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the majority of microwave-related injuries are burn injuries when people touch, eat, or otherwise come into contact with food, liquids, or containers before they’ve had time to cool down enough. It’s never a good idea to put boiling hot stuff in your mouth.
The “Appliances Made Simple” trio consist of Adam Morris, an engineer with about a decade of experience. David Lewis, an engineering student, and Jason Hutchinson, an engineer with 15 years of experience repairing appliances. They have general advice for all small appliances in your kitchen, urging you to keep “their cables safely tucked away from the edge of your countertop to avoid them being accidentally pulled off the worksurface. This is especially important if you have kids in your home.” They also “recommend that you register all new appliances with the manufacturer so they can reach out to you in the case of recalls or the discovery of faults.”
Again, this doesn’t mean that you should never go into your kitchen or replace your kitchen with a bocce ball room. It simply means that you should keep your kitchen in good condition and be mindful of the possible dangers. While you can dance the “Safety Dance” if it’s truly done safely. Your kitchen may not be the best place to shuffle dance to the song “Sex Bomb” while wearing a Deadpool mask that doesn’t have any eye holes.
