Ys English Toffee
Indulge in the irresistible allure of Ys English Toffee, a decadent homemade treat that combines buttery richness, layers of velvety chocolate, and a satisfying crunch of pecans or almonds. Perfectly caramelized to the hard crack stage, every piece offers a sophisticated blend of sweetness balanced with a hint of salt and the warmth of vanilla. This classic candy-making recipe is surprisingly approachable, with simple ingredients like granulated sugar, light brown sugar, and a touch of light corn syrup ensuring the perfect texture. Topped with melted semi-sweet chocolate and nutty goodness, it's ideal for gifting, holiday desserts, or treating yourself to something special. Quick to prepare in just 10 minutes and made to impress, Ys English Toffee is the ultimate DIY confection to elevate any occasion.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon light corn syrup
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1.5 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 0.75 cup chopped pecans or almonds
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. Set aside.
In a medium heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine the unsalted butter, granulated sugar, light brown sugar, light corn syrup, and water.
Cook over medium heat, stirring gently with a wooden spoon or heatproof spatula until the butter melts and the mixture starts to combine.
Insert a candy thermometer into the pan. Continue cooking the mixture, stirring occasionally, until it reaches 300°F (150°C) on the thermometer, also known as the hard crack stage. This can take 20-25 minutes. Be careful not to overcook or let it burn.
Once the mixture reaches 300°F, immediately remove the pan from the heat and quickly stir in the vanilla extract and salt.
Carefully pour the hot toffee onto the prepared baking sheet, spreading it evenly with a spatula if necessary. Be cautious, as the mixture will be extremely hot.
While the toffee is still hot, sprinkle the semi-sweet chocolate chips evenly over the surface. Let the chocolate sit for 2-3 minutes to soften, then use a spatula to spread it evenly over the toffee.
Sprinkle the chopped pecans or almonds over the melted chocolate, gently pressing them down to adhere.
Allow the toffee to cool completely at room temperature, or place it in the refrigerator to set faster.
Once fully set, break the toffee into pieces of your desired size and store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4172 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 224.0 g | 287% | |
| Saturated Fat | 103.9 g | 520% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 248 mg | 83% | |
| Sodium | 660 mg | 29% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 596.6 g | 217% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 26.0 g | 93% | |
| Total Sugars | 553.6 g | ||
| Protein | 26.8 g | 54% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 211 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 8.7 mg | 48% | |
| Potassium | 631 mg | 13% | |
*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.
