Description
This Decadent Toffee recipe delivers a rich, buttery candy that perfectly balances crunchy nuts and luscious melted chocolate. Ideal for satisfying your sweet cravings, it’s easy to make with simple ingredients and a stovetop method, resulting in a classic treat that’s perfect for holidays or anytime indulgence.
Ingredients
Scale
Toffee Base
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Toppings
- 1 cup semi-sweet or milk chocolate chips
- 0.5 cup chopped nuts (pecans, walnuts, or almonds)
Instructions
- Prepare the baking sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat and set it aside to ensure the toffee won’t stick once poured.
- Combine ingredients: In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, add butter, sugar, salt, and water over medium heat. Stir continuously until the butter melts and the sugar dissolves completely, ensuring a smooth mixture without graininess.
- Cook to boiling: Bring the mixture to a boil. Continue stirring gently and adjust heat slightly to maintain a steady boil. Cook until the temperature reaches 290–300°F (hard crack stage) on a candy thermometer, approximately 10–15 minutes. The toffee should turn a deep golden brown, indicating caramelization.
- Add vanilla and pour: Remove the pan from heat and carefully stir in the vanilla extract. Immediately pour the hot toffee onto the prepared baking sheet, spreading it evenly with a spatula to your desired thickness.
- Add chocolate layer: Evenly sprinkle chocolate chips over the hot toffee. Let them sit for 1–2 minutes to melt, then use a spatula to spread the melted chocolate into a smooth, glossy layer covering the toffee base.
- Top with nuts: Sprinkle the chopped nuts evenly over the melted chocolate, pressing them in gently so they stick as the chocolate cools.
- Cool and set: Allow the toffee to cool completely at room temperature, then chill it in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to fully set and harden.
- Break and serve: Once firm, break the toffee into 12 pieces and serve or store as desired.
Notes
- Store toffee in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks to maintain freshness.
- For an extra decorative touch, drizzle melted white chocolate over the top after the toffee has set.
- Use a candy thermometer to ensure accurate cooking temperature for perfect texture.
- Press nuts lightly so they adhere well without becoming embedded too deeply into the chocolate.
