Description
Classic Holiday Toffee is a sweet, crunchy treat perfect for festive occasions. This recipe guides you through making a delicious homemade toffee with a pecan base and chocolate topping.
Ingredients
- 1 cup chopped pecans or almonds
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup butter
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- Chocolate chips
- Additional chopped pecans for garnish
- Flaked sea salt (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare a 9×9 inch baking dish lined with parchment paper. Spread 1 cup of chopped pecans evenly on the bottom.
- In a pot, combine butter, sugar, water, and salt. Heat over medium heat, stirring until melted and bubbling. Attach a candy thermometer and aim for 300°F (hard crack stage).
- Stir mixture occasionally while heating. Once it reaches 300°F, remove from heat. Stir in 1 teaspoon of vanilla.
- Pour the hot caramel over the pecans in the dish, spreading evenly. Let cool for 2 minutes. Sprinkle chocolate chips over the warm caramel.
- Cover the dish with foil or a baking sheet to melt the chocolate. After 4 minutes, uncover and swirl the melted chocolate. Sprinkle with chopped pecans and optional sea salt.
- Let the toffee cool completely for about 4 hours, or chill to speed up the process.
- Remove the toffee from the pan using the parchment paper. Cut into pieces or break apart. Serve.
Notes
- Ensure your candy thermometer is accurate.
- Work quickly when pouring the caramel to avoid it hardening too soon.
- Allowing the chocolate to melt from the residual heat of the caramel usually works best.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American