Decadent Homemade Toffee with Chocolate and Nuts Recipe
This Decadent Toffee recipe delivers a rich, buttery candy that satisfies any sweet craving with its perfect balance of crunchy nuts and smooth chocolate topping. Made with simple ingredients and straightforward steps, this homemade toffee outshines store-bought versions with its intense flavor and satisfying texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 25 minutes
- Yield: About 24 pieces 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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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.
Instructions
- Prepare baking dish: Start by lining a 9×13-inch baking dish or a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat to prevent sticking and facilitate easy removal of the toffee.
- Combine ingredients: In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine the unsalted butter, granulated sugar, salt, and water over medium heat. Stir constantly to ensure the sugar dissolves and the mixture heats evenly.
- Cook to hard crack stage: Use a candy thermometer to monitor the temperature. When the mixture reaches about 300°F (hard crack stage), immediately remove it from the heat to prevent burning.
- Pour toffee: Carefully pour the hot toffee mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, spreading it evenly for uniform thickness.
- Add chocolate chips: While the toffee is still warm, sprinkle 1 cup of chocolate chips evenly over the surface. Let them sit for about 2 minutes until they soften and begin melting, then spread the melted chocolate uniformly using a spatula.
- Sprinkle nuts: Evenly sprinkle 0.5 cup of chopped nuts over the melted chocolate and gently press them in to adhere.
- Cool toffee: Allow the toffee to sit at room temperature for about 2 hours or until it cools and hardens completely before breaking into pieces and serving.
Notes
- Store your toffee in an airtight container to keep it fresh and crunchy.
- Choose nuts according to preference; pecans, walnuts, or almonds all work wonderfully.
- Use a candy thermometer for precise temperature control to ensure perfect texture.
- You can substitute semi-sweet or milk chocolate based on your taste preference.
- Make sure to spread the mixture evenly in the baking dish for consistent thickness and cooking.
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