Description
Indulge in the irresistible goodness of this homemade toffee that combines the perfect balance of buttery sweetness with decadent chocolate and crunchy nuts.
Ingredients
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For the Toffee:
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For Topping:
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup chopped toasted almonds or pecans (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Toffee: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. Melt butter in a saucepan, add sugar and salt, cook until 300°F, remove from heat, stir in vanilla.
- Assemble: Pour hot toffee onto the prepared sheet, spread evenly. Sprinkle chocolate chips, let melt, then spread into a layer. Top with nuts if desired.
- Cool and Serve: Let the toffee cool until hardened, break into pieces, and store in an airtight container.
Notes
- Use a candy thermometer for best results—temperature is key for perfect texture.
- You can use dark or milk chocolate instead of semi-sweet based on preference.
- Keeps well for up to 2 weeks at room temperature.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 16 g
- Sodium: 45 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 17 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg
