Chocolaty Toffee
Indulge in the irresistible allure of homemade Chocolaty Toffee, a decadent treat that combines buttery toffee, luscious melted chocolate, and crunchy chopped nuts in every bite. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth, requiring just 10 minutes of prep time and a handful of pantry staples like unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and semi-sweet chocolate chips. The highlight of this recipe is its seamless layering – a golden toffee base is topped with velvety chocolate and finished with a sprinkle of nuts for a delightful crunch. Ideal for gifting, festive occasions, or simply a homemade snack, this Chocolaty Toffee is a crowd-pleaser that stays fresh for up to two weeks. Perfect your candy-making skills by whipping up this gourmet-style confection today!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons light corn syrup
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1.5 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 0.5 cup chopped nuts (e.g., almonds, pecans, or walnuts)
Instructions
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat and set aside.
In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
Stir in the granulated sugar, light corn syrup, and salt. Continue cooking and stirring constantly with a wooden spoon or heatproof spatula until the mixture reaches 300°F (150°C) on a candy thermometer (hard crack stage). This should take about 10-15 minutes.
Remove the saucepan from heat and quickly stir in the vanilla extract.
Carefully pour the toffee mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, spreading it into an even layer with a spatula. Work quickly, as the toffee will start to harden as it cools.
While the toffee is still hot, sprinkle the semi-sweet chocolate chips evenly over the surface. Let them sit for about 2 minutes to soften, then use a spatula or the back of a spoon to spread the melted chocolate into a smooth, even layer.
Sprinkle the chopped nuts over the melted chocolate, pressing them gently to help them adhere.
Allow the toffee to cool completely at room temperature, or place it in the refrigerator to speed up the process.
Once fully cooled and hardened, break the toffee into bite-sized pieces using your hands or a knife.
Store the chocolaty toffee in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3235 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 196.0 g | 251% | |
| Saturated Fat | 101.5 g | 508% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 248 mg | 83% | |
| Sodium | 612 mg | 27% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 410.8 g | 149% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.4 g | 80% | |
| Total Sugars | 367.0 g | ||
| Protein | 27.8 g | 56% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 81 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 8.1 mg | 45% | |
| Potassium | 283 mg | 6% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
