Irresistible Classic Christmas Toffee Recipe You'll Crave
A simple and delicious homemade toffee recipe perfect for Christmas. It combines butter, sugar, and nuts for a sweet and crunchy treat.
Ingredients
- 1 cup chopped pecans or almonds
- 1 cup granulated sugar 200 grams
- 1 cup butter 226 grams
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ cup water 60 ml
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- Chocolate chips
- Additional chopped pecans for garnish
- Flaked sea salt optional
Instructions
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and spread chopped nuts evenly.
- In a saucepan, combine sugar, butter, salt, and water.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture reaches 300°F (hard crack stage).
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla.
- Pour the hot toffee over the nuts on the baking sheet.
- Immediately sprinkle chocolate chips on top and let them melt.
- Spread melted chocolate evenly over the toffee.
- Garnish with additional chopped nuts and flaked sea salt if desired.
- Let cool completely before breaking into pieces.
Notes
- Use a candy thermometer for accurate temperature.
- Work quickly when pouring and spreading toffee.
- Store in an airtight container for freshness.