This classic homemade English toffee recipe is perfect for holiday treats, gift-giving, or satisfying your sweet tooth. Made with butter, sugar, and topped with chocolate and nuts, it’s a simple yet decadent confection that’s easy to make.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup chopped almonds or pecans (optional)
Instructions:
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the sugar, salt, and vanilla extract, stirring constantly.
- Continue cooking, stirring frequently, until the mixture reaches 300°F (hard crack stage) on a candy thermometer.
- Carefully pour the hot toffee onto the prepared baking sheet, spreading it evenly.
- Let it sit for a minute, then sprinkle the chocolate chips on top. Allow the heat of the toffee to melt the chocolate, then spread the chocolate evenly over the surface.
- Sprinkle the chopped nuts over the chocolate layer, pressing them gently so they stick.
- Allow the toffee to cool completely and harden. Once set, break into pieces and enjoy!