Description
Indulge in the rich, buttery sweetness of this Best Christmas Toffee recipe that’s loaded with nuts and chocolate. Perfect for gifting or snacking!
Ingredients
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For the Toffee:
- 1 cup pecans or walnuts (chopped)
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ tsp kosher salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Topping:
- 1 cup milk chocolate chips
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Cook the Toffee Mixture: In a large saucepan, combine butter, sugar, and salt. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until melted and amber in color, about 20-25 minutes.
- Prepare the Baking Dish: Line a 9×13 baking dish with parchment paper for easy removal.
- Boil the Mixture: Allow the mixture to come to a boil, stirring occasionally.
- Check Temperature: Use a candy thermometer to ensure it reaches 285°F.
- Layer with Chocolate: Pour the toffee into the dish, sprinkle chocolate chips, let them melt, and spread into a layer.
- Add Nuts and Chill: Sprinkle nuts over the chocolate and refrigerate for 1-2 hours until set.
- Break and Serve: Once hardened, remove from dish, break into pieces, and enjoy!
Notes
- Be cautious when working with hot toffee.
- Store in an airtight container for freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (approx. 30g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Christmas Toffee, Holiday Treats, Toffee Recipe
