Name: Maple Nut Brittle
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 50 min
Ingredients: 1 ½ cups mixed nuts (of your choice); ½ cup mixed seeds (of your choice); 1½ cup puffed rice cereal (organic); ⅓ cup maple syrup

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What is maple nut brittle?

Maple nut brittle is a recipe that I created completely by accident. Sometimes, the tastiest recipes are completely serendipitous. I was experimenting with mixed nuts and maple syrup with the idea of making a nutty cereal bar with as few ingredients as possible. Cereal bars wasn’t quite what I ended up with but my newly founded Maple Nut Brittle is a serious treat. If you’re looking for a perfectly uniform nutty snack, you may prefer to wait for my no bake nut bars coming next year. But if you’re okay with a crumbly home baked aesthetic then these are the right treat for you. I’m slightly lacking in finished photos of this recipe as I wasn’t sure if I was going to post it. Most of the photos are in bad light, on my lap, just before I gobbled them up!

Do you have a diet restriction?

Maple nut brittle, a healthy vegan snack and a great healthy snack idea for all. A great recipe for nuts if you have lots to use up! This recipe makes roughly 8 portions and is a great recipe for people with dietary restrictions such as:

Vegan
Vegetarian
Dairy Free
Gluten Free
Low GI
Low FODMAP
Ultra Processed Food Free

Ultra processed food free recipes are recipes that use ingredients where no additives have been used. This will include ingredients that can be made at home to be UPF free such as stock cubes, sauces and seasonings.

The nuts and seeds I used for maple nut brittle:

Walnuts
Cashews
Almonds
Hazelnuts
Mixed seeds

Step 1: Mix your nuts

Preheat your oven to 160C. (It’s really important to bake on a low temperature else you will burn and ruin your nuts, and nuts ain’t cheap). Pour your nuts, seeds, rice cereal and maple into a bowl. Mix really well making sure every nut and seed is well coated in syrup.

Step 2: Form the maple nut brittle

Line a baking tray with baking paper and spread your nut mixture out. I found my baking tray was a bit too large for the quantity of nut mixture so i pushed them to one side to keep a bit of thickness. If you spread your nut mixture too thin then it won’t stick together at all. In hindsight i really wish I’d have used a spring form cake tin for this recipe. Grab another sheet of baking paper and lay it over the top of your nuts. Push down either with your hands or a flat surface to really push the nuts together and compact them so that they stick together well.

Step 3: Bake the maple nut brittle

Bake in the oven for 40 minutes before bringing out to cool, don’t try to touch or move them as they won’t solidify until cooled. Once cooled you can start breaking them into pieces. I originally tried to cut my brittle with a knife but all I achieved was breaking off the nuts that the knife touched. I would recommend breaking chunks off with your fingers and letting the brittle snap wherever it wants to snap.

Because of the lack of uniform portions it’s very hard to judge the calories in this recipe. However I worked out that if you were to cut this brittle into 8 equal pieces, each piece would have 220kcals.

Let me know in the comments what your favourite nut is!

Maple nut brittle variations:

Drizzle with chocolate – Drizzle with melted dark chocolate after the brittle has cooled for a decadent touch. Allow the chocolate to set before breaking into chunks.

Give it some heat – Add a pinch of cayenne pepper or chilli flakes to the mixture for a spicy twist that balances the sweetness of the maple syrup.

Make it fruity – Mix in a handful of dried cranberries, raisins, or chopped apricots for added chewiness and a touch of natural sweetness.

Add coconut – Add ¼ cup of unsweetened shredded coconut to the mixture for a tropical flavour and extra crunch.

Make it savoury – Add a teaspoon of finely chopped rosemary or thyme to the mixture for an unexpected herby flavour that pairs well with the nuts and seeds.

FAQ:

Can I use different types of nuts and seeds?

Yes, you can use any nuts and seeds you prefer. Almonds, walnuts, pecans, sunflower seeds, and pumpkin seeds all work well in this recipe.

How should I store the brittle?

Store the brittle in an airtight container at room temperature. It should stay fresh for up to two weeks.

Can I use honey instead of maple syrup?

Yes, honey can be used as a substitute for maple syrup, though it will alter the flavour slightly and may make the brittle a bit stickier.

Is this recipe suitable for vegans?

Yes, this recipe is vegan as it only uses plant-based ingredients. Just ensure the puffed rice cereal you choose is vegan-friendly.

Can I freeze the brittle?

Freezing is not recommended as it can alter the texture of the brittle, making it less crunchy. It’s best enjoyed fresh.

Can I make this recipe without baking?

This recipe requires baking to bind the ingredients together properly. However, you can experiment with a no-bake version by using a bit more maple syrup and chilling the mixture in the refrigerator until it sets.

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