Homemade Toffee Recipe: Discover the Secret to Perfection!
A delightful homemade toffee recipe that is easy to make and perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 1 pound 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions
- In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine butter, sugar, water, and salt over medium heat.
- Stir continuously until the mixture comes to a boil.
- Continue to cook, stirring frequently, until the mixture reaches a deep amber color (about 300°F on a candy thermometer).
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
- Pour the toffee onto a parchment-lined baking sheet and spread it evenly.
- Sprinkle chocolate chips on top and let them melt for a minute, then spread the melted chocolate evenly.
- If desired, sprinkle chopped nuts on top of the chocolate.
- Allow the toffee to cool completely before breaking it into pieces.
Notes
- Make sure to use a candy thermometer for accurate temperature readings.
- Store the toffee in an airtight container to keep it fresh.
- Experiment with different toppings like sea salt or dried fruit.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg