Homemade Christmas Toffee
A simple and nostalgic toffee recipe with buttery sugar and chocolate, perfect for gifting and holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
For the toffee
- 1 cup unsalted butter The soul of this toffee, caramelizes for a rich flavor.
- 1 cup granulated sugar Provides crunch; avoid brown sugar for glossy snap.
- 1/4 cup water Helps dissolve sugar and ensures even simmering.
- 1/4 teaspoon salt Balances sweetness; use fine sea salt if available.
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips Top layer; cuts the sugar sweetness.
- 1 cup chopped toasted almonds Adds rustic crunch and aroma; substitute with pecans or hazelnuts if preferred.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Finishing touch for flavor.
Instructions
Preparation
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a saucepan, combine butter, sugar, water, and salt over medium heat. Stir until the butter is melted and the mixture begins to boil.
Cooking
- Cook, without stirring, until the mixture reaches the hard crack stage (around 300°F).
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
- Immediately pour the toffee mixture onto the prepared baking sheet and spread evenly.
- Sprinkle the chocolate chips over the hot toffee. Let it sit for a minute, then spread the melted chocolate evenly.
- Sprinkle toasted almonds over the chocolate layer.
Cooling
- Allow the toffee to cool completely at room temperature before breaking it into pieces.
Notes
Toffee can be stored in an airtight container for up to two weeks. Avoid refrigeration unless necessary to prevent condensation.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15g
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