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Melt-In-Your-Mouth Toffee Recipe

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  • Author: lina
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 36 pieces 1x

Description

This Melt In Your Mouth Toffee recipe delivers perfectly crunchy and buttery toffee topped with melty chocolate and optional nuts or festive sprinkles. Made with brown and granulated sugar cooked to the hard crack stage, this homemade toffee is easy to prepare and freezes beautifully for gifting or indulging anytime.

Ingredients

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Toffee Base

  • 1 pound unsalted butter (4 sticks)
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup light brown sugar, packed
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt (or to taste)

Flavoring and Toppings

  • 1 to 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 cups chocolate chips (semi-sweet or milk chocolate preferred)
  • 1/2 to 1+ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional, to taste)
  • Sea salt flakes (optional, for sprinkling)
  • Holiday sprinkles (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Pan: Line a 9×13-inch pan with parchment paper and set it aside to make removal of the toffee easy after it sets.
  2. Set Thermometer: Attach a clip-on candy thermometer to a heavy, high-sided saucepan. If your thermometer does not clip, hold it carefully in place during cooking.
  3. Combine Ingredients: Add butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and kosher salt to the saucepan. Cook over medium-low heat, stirring constantly until the mixture reaches a boil. Once boiling, stop stirring to prevent crystallization.
  4. Cook to Hard Crack Stage: Allow the mixture to boil steadily without stirring until it reaches 290-300°F (hard crack stage). This usually takes about 20-25 minutes. Remove the pan promptly once the correct temperature is reached.
  5. Add Vanilla: Carefully stir in vanilla extract; the mixture will bubble vigorously.
  6. Pour and Cool: Pour the hot toffee into the prepared pan. Let it sit for approximately 5 minutes until it starts to set but is still tacky.
  7. Add Chocolate Chips: Evenly sprinkle the chocolate chips over the warm toffee. If a chip sinks into the toffee, wait a few more minutes before adding the chips to prevent them from melting too quickly.
  8. Melt Chocolate: Cover the pan with foil for about 5 minutes to allow the chocolate chips to melt. Remove the foil and spread the melted chocolate evenly using a spatula or offset knife. If needed, place the pan in a 300°F oven for a few minutes to soften the chocolate further.
  9. Apply Toppings: Optionally sprinkle chopped nuts, sea salt flakes, or holiday sprinkles over the melted chocolate to add extra flavor and texture.
  10. Cool and Set: Let the toffee cool completely at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or until fully set and firm.
  11. Serve: Break the toffee into pieces by hand or cut with a sharp knife. Store in an airtight container to preserve freshness.

Notes

  • Use a heavy-bottomed saucepan to ensure even heat distribution and prevent burning.
  • Do not stir the toffee mixture after it begins boiling to avoid graininess.
  • A candy thermometer is highly recommended for accuracy; reaching the hard crack stage is critical.
  • Variations include milk chocolate chips or omitting nuts for a nut-free version.
  • Store toffee in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks or freeze for longer storage.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: toffee, homemade toffee, chocolate toffee, holiday toffee recipe, easy candy, buttery toffee, Christmas candy

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