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Toffee Recipe

Irresistibly Crunchy Toffee Recipe You Can't Resist

This toffee recipe strikes the perfect balance with a crunchy texture and rich buttery flavor, making it a beloved favorite.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Desserts
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Toffee Base
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Consider using salted butter and reducing added salt.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar No significant substitutions suggested.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt If using salted butter, reduce the amount of salt.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Almond extract can be used for a different twist.
  • 2 tablespoons Water No substitution necessary.
Topping
  • 1 cup Semi-Sweet or Milk Chocolate Chips Dark chocolate can be used for a richer taste, or white chocolate for more sweetness.
  • 1 cup Chopped Nuts (Pecans, Walnuts, or Almonds) Omit for a nut-free version, or use toffee bits or sea salt for an alternative texture.

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • heavy-bottomed saucepan
  • Candy thermometer
  • heat-resistant spatula

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Line a 9×13-inch baking dish with parchment paper for easy removal of the toffee.
  2. Measure out all your ingredients, including unsalted butter, granulated sugar, salt, water, and vanilla extract.
Making the Toffee Base
  1. In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine butter, sugar, salt, and water over medium heat. Stir constantly for about 10-15 minutes until the mixture reaches a deep golden color and a temperature of 300°F on a candy thermometer.
  2. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
Pouring and Spreading
  1. Immediately pour the hot toffee onto the prepared baking dish and use a heat-resistant spatula to spread it evenly.
Adding Chocolate
  1. While the toffee is still warm, sprinkle the chocolate chips over the surface. Allow them to sit for about 2 minutes, then use a spatula to spread the melted chocolate over the toffee base.
Sprinkling Nuts
  1. Sprinkle your choice of chopped nuts over the melted chocolate and gently press them in.
Cooling
  1. Allow the toffee to cool at room temperature for about 2 hours, or refrigerate for 30 minutes. Once hardened, break the toffee into bite-sized pieces.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 15gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.2mg

Notes

Watch the temperature closely and customize toppings to maintain balance in your toffee recipe.

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