Prepare Time
- Preparation Time: 10 minutes
- Cooking Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, cut into pieces
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 teaspoon Kosher salt, or 1/2 teaspoon table salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup chocolate chips (milk chocolate or semi-sweet)
- 2-4 tablespoons chopped pecans or almonds
Directions
- Prepare Pan: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- Combine Ingredients: In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine the butter, sugar, water, and salt. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until the mixture reaches 300°F (149°C), the hard crack stage on a candy thermometer.
- Add Vanilla: Once the toffee reaches the correct temperature, remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
- Pour and Set: Carefully pour the hot mixture onto the prepared baking sheet. Spread into an even layer.
- Add Chocolate and Nuts: Sprinkle the chocolate chips over the hot toffee. Let sit for a few minutes until the chips melt, then spread the chocolate evenly. Sprinkle with chopped nuts.
- Cool: Allow the toffee to cool completely. Once set, break into pieces.
Cook Notes
If the chocolate doesn’t melt completely from the heat of the toffee, pop the tray into a warm oven for a minute to help it along.
Variations
- White Chocolate Delight: Substitute milk or semi-sweet chocolate chips with white chocolate and sprinkle with dried cranberries.
- Salted Caramel Toffee: Add a generous sprinkle of sea salt over the melted chocolate for a salty-sweet flavor.
Keto Version
Use a keto-friendly sweetener like erythritol, keto chocolate chips, and unsalted butter for a low-carb alternative.
Low-Carb Version
Similar to the keto version, replace sugar with a low-carb sweetener and choose dark chocolate with a high cocoa content to reduce overall sugar intake.
Nutrition Facts
Per serving (approximately 1 ounce):
- Calories: 200
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
- Sodium: 150mg
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 15g
- Protein: 1g
This homemade toffee recipe not only delivers a mouthwatering treat but also offers a delightful way to indulge in the art of candy-making at home. Enjoy crafting and sharing your batch of sweet, crunchy toffee!
