Toffee Bits
Indulge in the buttery, caramelized perfection of homemade Toffee Bits, a sweet treat that’s as versatile as it is delicious. Made with simple pantry staples like unsalted butter, granulated sugar, light brown sugar, and a touch of vanilla, these crunchy morsels are prepared in just 20 minutes, including prep time. Cooked to the perfect hard crack stage, the toffee achieves a rich golden hue and signature crisp texture. Once cooled, break it into small, snackable pieces or pulse it into finer bits to sprinkle over desserts like ice cream, cookies, and cakes. Perfect for holiday baking or everyday indulgence, these easy-to-make buttery toffee bits are a must-have recipe for candy lovers and home bakers alike. Store them in an airtight container for up to two weeks and enjoy their irresistible sweetness whenever you crave a homemade treat!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup light brown sugar
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat and set it aside.
In a heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter completely.
Add the granulated sugar, brown sugar, and salt to the melted butter. Stir constantly to combine.
Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, stirring frequently. Attach a candy thermometer to the saucepan and cook the mixture until it reaches 300°F (150°C), also known as the hard crack stage. This should take about 10-15 minutes. Be patient and continue stirring to avoid burning.
Once the mixture reaches 300°F, immediately remove it from the heat and quickly stir in the vanilla extract.
Carefully pour the hot toffee mixture onto the prepared baking sheet. Spread it out into an even layer using an offset spatula if needed. Be very cautious as the mixture will be extremely hot.
Allow the toffee to cool completely at room temperature, about 1 hour. Once hardened, break it into small pieces or crush it into bits using a rolling pin or food processor, depending on your desired consistency.
Store the toffee bits in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks. Enjoy as a snack, or use as a topping or ingredient in baking recipes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1965 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 96.0 g | 123% | |
| Saturated Fat | 56.0 g | 280% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 248 mg | 83% | |
| Sodium | 631 mg | 27% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 300.5 g | 109% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 300.5 g | ||
| Protein | 0.8 g | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 87 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 0.2 mg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 158 mg | 3% | |
*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.
