Description
A classic homemade English toffee recipe featuring a rich buttery base, a smooth layer of melted semi-sweet chocolate, and a crunchy topping of chopped almonds or pecans. Perfectly sweet and crunchy, this toffee is an irresistible treat to share or enjoy as a decadent snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Toffee Base
- 2 cups butter
- 2 cups sugar
- 1/4 tsp salt
Topping
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup almonds or pecans, finely chopped
Instructions
- Prepare Toffee Mixture: Combine the butter, sugar, and salt in a large heavy saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until the mixture comes to a steady boil.
- Cook to Hard Crack Stage: Continue stirring and cooking the mixture until it reaches 290 degrees Fahrenheit on a candy thermometer or turns a dark amber color. To test without a thermometer, drop a small bit into ice cold water; if it turns hard and brittle, it is done.
- Pour Toffee: Carefully pour the hot toffee mixture into a foil-lined baking sheet, spreading it evenly. Let it harden for one to two minutes.
- Add Chocolate: Sprinkle the semi-sweet chocolate chips evenly over the hot toffee. Let the chocolate melt for about a minute, then spread it evenly using a knife or spatula.
- Add Nuts: Sprinkle the finely chopped almonds or pecans on top of the melted chocolate. Gently press the nuts down slightly to help them adhere.
- Cool and Break: Allow the toffee to cool completely and harden at room temperature. Once hardened, break the toffee into pieces and store in an airtight container.
Notes
- Use a candy thermometer for the most accurate results to avoid under or overcooking the toffee.
- For a nut-free version, skip the nuts or substitute with toasted coconut flakes.
- Line the baking sheet with heavy-duty aluminum foil for easy removal and cleanup.
- Store the toffee in an airtight container at room temperature to maintain crispness.
- Be careful when working with hot sugar mixture as it can cause severe burns.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (approx. 20 g)
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 40 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 17 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg
