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Classic Christmas Toffee Recipe

Classic Christmas Toffee Recipe: Easy Indulgence for the Holidays

This Classic Christmas Toffee Recipe is a delightful easy indulgence for the holidays, perfect for sharing.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 4 hours
Total Time 5 hours
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 12 pieces
Calories 80 kcal

Equipment

  • Heat-resistant candy thermometer
  • Heavy saucepan
  • baking dish
  • Spatula

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup chopped pecans or almonds
  • 1 cup granulated sugar (200g)
  • 1 cup unsalted butter (226g)
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ cup water (60ml)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 ½ cups chocolate chips (semisweet or dark)
  • extra chopped nuts for topping
  • flaked sea salt optional

Instructions
 

  • Line a 9×9 baking dish with parchment paper and scatter chopped nuts on the bottom.
  • In a heavy saucepan, combine butter, sugar, water, and salt over medium heat, stirring constantly.
  • Continue stirring until mixture reaches 300°F (hard crack stage) on a candy thermometer.
  • Remove from heat, stir in vanilla, and pour over chopped nuts in the dish.
  • Sprinkle chocolate chips over the hot toffee, let sit 1–2 minutes, then gently spread with a spatula.
  • Top with extra chopped nuts and flaked sea salt (if using).
  • Let cool for 4 hours at room temp or refrigerate to speed up.
  • Once fully set, break into pieces or cut into squares to serve.

Notes

Add a tablespoon of corn syrup or lemon juice to prevent sugar crystallization. Always use a candy thermometer and stir constantly to avoid burning.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 7gProtein: 0.5gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 50mgSugar: 6g
Keyword Christmas Recipe, Classic Christmas Toffee, Easy Toffee, Holiday Dessert, sweet treats, Toffee Recipe
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