Classic Christmas Toffee: The Best Homemade Treat for the Holidays
Classic Christmas Toffee is a delightful homemade treat perfect for holiday celebrations.
Equipment
- candy thermometer
- pot
- Spatula
- baking dish
Ingredients
Nuts and Sugar
- 1 cup chopped pecans or almonds
- 1 cup granulated sugar 200 grams
- 1 cup butter 226 grams
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ cup water 60 ml
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- chocolate chips
- additional chopped pecans for garnish
- flaked sea salt optional
Instructions
Preparation and Assembly
- Gather all your ingredients: chopped pecans or almonds, sugar, vanilla, butter, salt, chocolate chips, and water.
- Line a 9×9 inch baking dish with parchment paper.
- Spread 1 cup of chopped pecans evenly on the bottom of the prepared baking dish to form a base for the toffee.
Caramel Mixture
- In a pot, combine 1 cup (226 grams) of butter (cut into pieces), 1 cup (200 grams) of granulated sugar, ¼ cup (60 ml) of water, and ½ teaspoon of salt.
- Set the pot over medium heat and stir frequently until the mixture melts and begins to bubble.
- Attach a candy thermometer to the pot to monitor the temperature of the mixture, aiming for the hard crack stage at 300°F.
Cooking the Caramel
- Continue stirring the mixture occasionally as it heats up, watching the thermometer closely.
- Once the mixture reaches the desired temperature of 300°F, promptly remove it from the heat.
- Carefully stir in 1 teaspoon of vanilla, ensuring it is thoroughly mixed into the caramel.
Assembling the Toffee
- Pour the hot caramel mixture over the pecans in the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly with a spatula.
- Allow the caramel to cool for about 2 minutes, then generously sprinkle chocolate chips evenly over the warm caramel.
- Cover the dish with foil or a baking sheet to trap heat and allow the chocolate to melt.
Finishing Touches
- After about 4 minutes, uncover the dish and gently swirl the melted chocolate using a knife or spatula to create an attractive pattern.
- Finely chop a handful of pecans and sprinkle them on top of the melted chocolate.
- For additional flavor, you may optionally sprinkle a small amount of flaked sea salt on top.
- Allow the toffee to cool completely for about 4 hours, or place it in the fridge to speed up the process.
Serving
- Once the toffee has set and is cool to the touch, remove it from the pan by lifting the parchment paper.
- Cut the toffee into pieces with a sharp knife or break it apart with your hands.
Notes
Store in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.
Nutrition
Serving: 1pieceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 1gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 70mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 20gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg
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