Have been making microwave peanut brittle over 30 years!” – Les Cook 2 minutess and then stir in baking soda. “I microwave mine 4 minutes, stir, cook 4 minutes add vanilla and butter, stir. “I live in Hawaii and I made a dozen batches for Christmas last year, everyone loved it” – Letha It is so good, the cayenne gives it a little kick, I have had more people want this spicy brittle than the regular.” – Stephanie I also like to make a spicy peanut brittle, the recipe is the same up until the vanilla. “I have used this recipe numerous times as well, and has always turned out wonderfully. It’s wonderful to give to friends and family as a food gift. This peanut brittle is one of our most popular holiday recipes. Every microwave is different, so you will need to play with the recipe to learn exactly what works for you. You want to use a glass casserole dish not tupperware and be very careful getting it out of the microwave. Shelled raw peanuts (Could use regular peanuts or pecans, too) You could easily use pecans or cashews to switch things up! Microwave peanut brittle ingredients needed: We have been enjoying this peanut brittle for many years and it’s always a hit. This recipe is adapted from a Sharp Carousel Microwave Cookbookthat came with my very first microwave many years ago. Make it in the microwave! Turns out great every time and is so good. My family loves peanut brittle and I make it often. Microwave peanut brittle is so easy and delicious.