A fun twist on fennel candies, this buttery, zingy brittle is the perfect marriage of sweet and savory. Plus, fresh fennel seeds promote healthy digestion and freshen your breath. A candy that's beneficial to your health? We can get behind that.

Fennel Seed Brittle

INGREDIENTS

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or silpat.
2. In a medium saucepot, combine the butter, sugar, water, and salt and cook over medium-high heat, stirring until the mixture begins to slightly change color
3. Add 2 Tbsp of fennel seeds and continue to stir and cook until dark golden brown in color.
4. Remove from the heat and immediately pour the mixture into the pan, using a spatula to spread it into an even layer, about 1/4 inch thick. Sprinkle the remaining 1 Tbsp fennel seed on top of the brittle. Cool until firm. 
5. Break the brittle into pieces and enjoy!