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Toffee

Decadent Toffee That Outshines All Your Sweet Cravings

This toffee recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser, combining a few everyday ingredients into a crunchy, buttery treat that satisfies all sweet cravings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Dessert Recipes
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

Toffee Base
  • 1 cup unsalted butter Using unsalted lets you control the saltiness perfectly.
  • 1 cup granulated sugar This sweetener is key for achieving that intense toffee flavor.
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt A pinch enhances the sweetness and balances the flavors.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Adds a delightful warmth that complements the toffee beautifully.
  • 2 tablespoons water Helps dissolve the sugar during cooking.
Topping
  • 1 cup semi-sweet or milk chocolate chips Choose semi-sweet for a richer taste or milk chocolate for a creamier finish.
  • 0.5 cup chopped nuts Pecans, walnuts, or almonds add a delightful crunch and nutty flavor.

Equipment

  • heavy-bottomed saucepan
  • spatula
  • 9×13-inch baking dish or baking sheet
  • Candy thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Toffee
  1. Start by lining a 9×13-inch baking dish or a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
  2. In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine the unsalted butter, granulated sugar, salt, and water over medium heat, stirring constantly.
  3. Once your toffee mixture reaches the hard crack stage, remove it from the heat and pour it onto the prepared baking sheet.
  4. While the toffee is still warm, sprinkle 1 cup of chocolate chips evenly across the top, let them sit for about 2 minutes, then spread the melted chocolate.
  5. Sprinkle ½ cup of your chopped nuts over the surface and gently press them into the chocolate.
  6. Let the toffee sit at room temperature for about 2 hours to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 1gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 45mgPotassium: 20mgSugar: 14gVitamin A: 5IUCalcium: 15mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store your toffee in an airtight container to keep it fresh and crunchy. Enjoy your delicious homemade toffee!

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