Peppermint Brittle

Recipe View 2 mins Prepare your canvas: Line a large jelly roll pan with heavy-duty aluminum foil, ensuring it extends slightly over the edges for easy removal. (Prep time: 2 minutes)

Recipe View 6 mins Melt the white chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, gently melt the white chocolate in 30-second intervals on medium power, stirring well after each interval. Continue until smooth and completely melted, taking care not to overheat. Alternatively, use a double boiler for even gentler melting. (Melting time: 5-6 minutes)

Recipe View 3 mins Crush the candy canes: Place the unwrapped candy canes in a sturdy zip-top bag. Seal the bag and use a mallet or rolling pin to crush the candy canes into small, irregular pieces. Aim for a mix of textures, from fine dust to slightly larger shards. (Crushing time: 3 minutes)

Recipe View 1 mins Combine and conquer: Swiftly stir the crushed peppermint candy into the melted white chocolate, ensuring an even distribution. The peppermint will start to seize the chocolate if you are too slow. (Mixing time: 1 minute)

Recipe View 2 mins Spread and chill: Immediately spread the white chocolate-peppermint mixture evenly in the prepared pan. Use an offset spatula or the back of a spoon to create a smooth, uniform layer. (Spreading time: 2 minutes)

Recipe View 1 hrs Set the stage: Place the pan in the refrigerator to chill until the brittle is firm and set. (Chilling time: Approximately 1 hour)

Recipe View 2 mins Break and enjoy: Once fully set, remove the brittle from the pan by lifting the foil edges. Place the brittle on a cutting board and, with a satisfying slam, break it into irregular pieces. Alternatively, use a large knife to score the brittle before chilling for neater pieces. (Breaking time: 2 minutes)