Looking for a festive and delicious treat that’s suitable for those with nut allergies? Our Nut Free Christmas Brittle is the perfect solution! Made with a combination of non-nut ingredients, this crispy and crunchy snack is a great twist on an old fashioned Christmas candy.
One of my favorite things to gift during the holidays is homemade Christmas treats.
However, many friends and family members have a nut allergy. Therefore, I have to be extremely careful with the ingredients I use.
With that being said, this Christmas Brittle is a great option for anyone in your life that has a nut allergy.
It is also incredibly easy to make and can be made in the microwave in just minutes!
Want more Christmas recipes? Check out our Christmas Section for more festive ideas!
Nut Free Christmas Brittle Ingredients
You will need:
- Sugar
- Corn Syrup
- Water
- Mini Pretzel Twists (I like using the flat ones)
- Salt
- Butter
- Vanilla
- Baking Soda
- Holiday M&M’s
- Parchment Paper
- Cookie Sheet
- Two Forks, or Spoons – to spread the candy
- 6 small dishes for ingredients
- Airtight container – to store the Brittle
Frequently Asked Questions
How far in advance can I make this brittle?
You can make these 1-2 days in advance. If you’re not serving immediately; line an airtight container with Parchment paper, and place the brittle on the paper and seal the lid on the container. Keep away from moisture.
Can I make this to give as a gift?
Yes! This the perfect holiday treat for gift giving as a gift for friend, family, and even neighbors. Give in a fun holiday dessert tin. This brittle is also perfect for bake sales and Christmas parties.
Does Milk Chocolate M&M’s contain nuts?
No. The regular milk chocolate M&M’s do not actually contain nuts. However, they are made in a facility that do make items with nuts (for example, peanut M&M’s). If the person you know is allergic to even cross-contamination, skip using these to be safe.
How do I store leftovers?
For best results, store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature. Place the pieces on waxed paper, or parchment paper to make sure they don’t stick together, and place the paper between layers if you’re stacking the pieces. Do not store in the refrigerator. The brittle needs to be stored in a cool dry place – not next to the stove, and not in direct sunlight, as it will melt and get sticky. Humidity will ruin the candy, so air tight containers are a must. It can be stored for up to 14 days.
NOTE: This mixture will be extremely hot so be careful when handling it. Keep kids away from the candy mixture as it can cause severe burns.
How to Make Nut Free Christmas Brittle
First, measure out all your ingredients into small dishes you can pour into the Bowl of Candy, because the Candy will be begin to harden quickly, you’ll need the ingredients ready to go to follow the recipe, and won’t have time to get them together after you start. DO NOT SKIP THIS STEP!
In a Microwave safe medium size bowl, add the Sugar, Corn Syrup, and water, and stir together. Place in the Microwave for 6 minutes, on HIGH, stirring half way through, at 3 minutes.
Line a Cookie sheet with Parchment Paper, and set aside.
Remove from the Microwave, and add the Butter, and Microwave for 1 minute.
Remove Bowl, and stir in Mini Pretzels, salt, and vanilla, and Microwave for 15 seconds.
Remove Bowl, and stir in Baking Soda – mixture will be light and foamy.
Quickly, pour the Brittle out onto the Parchment Paper lined Cookie sheet, and spread out into a thin layer with spoons, or forks – you’ll need two utensils to spread the Brittle. Immediately, sprinkle the M&M’s on top of the Brittle, lightly pressing them down into the hot candy.
Let the brittle cool for about 45 minutes to 1 hour.
When the brittle is cool, break it into pieces.
Serve and Enjoy!
How to Serve Nut Free Christmas Brittle
Place this festive treat on a fun holiday tray and serve it up alongside a cup of hot cocoa or milk.
Nut Free Christmas Brittle
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 cup of Sugar
- ½ cup of Corn Syrup
- ¼ cup of Water
- 1 cup of Mini Pretzel Twists
- ⅛ teaspoon of Salt
- 1 Tablespoon of Butter
- 1 teaspoon of Vanilla
- 1 teaspoon of Baking Soda
- 1 cup Holiday M&M’s
Instructions
- First, measure out all your ingredients into small dishes you can pour into the Bowl of Candy, because the Candy will be begin to harden quickly, you'll need the ingredients ready to go to follow the recipe, and won't have time to get them together after you start. DO NOT SKIP THIS STEP!
- In a Microwave safe medium size bowl, add the Sugar, Corn Syrup, and water, and stir together. Place in the Microwave for 6 minutes, on HIGH, stirring half way through, at 3 minutes.
- Line a Cookie sheet with Parchment Paper, and set aside.
- Remove from the Microwave, and add the Butter, and Microwave for 1 minute.
- Remove Bowl, and stir in Mini Pretzels, salt, and vanilla, and Microwave for 15 seconds.
- Remove Bowl, and stir in Baking Soda – mixture will be light and foamy.
- Quickly, pour the Brittle out onto the Parchment Paper lined Cookie sheet, and spread out into a thin layer with spoons, or forks – you'll need two utensils to spread the Brittle. Immediately, sprinkle the M&M's on top of the Brittle, lightly pressing them down into the hot candy.
- Let the brittle cool for about 45 minutes to 1 hour.
- When the brittle is cool, break it into pieces.
- Serve and Enjoy!
NUTRITION
Nutrition information is a rough estimate only; actual values will vary based on the exact ingredients used and amount of recipe prepared.