Description
Classic Christmas Toffee is a festive delight that embodies the spirit of the holiday season. This delectable treat blends rich butter, sweet sugar, and crunchy nuts, creating a harmonious combination that’s perfect for sharing with loved ones. Whether you’re celebrating Christmas or simply craving a sweet snack, this easy-to-make toffee recipe is guaranteed to impress with its irresistible flavor. The buttery toffee topped with melted chocolate and garnished with nuts makes it an excellent homemade gift or a cherished tradition in your holiday festivities.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup chopped pecans or almonds
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup butter
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Chocolate chips (for topping)
- Additional chopped nuts (for garnish)
Instructions
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Toast the nuts in a dry skillet over medium heat until golden brown, then set aside.
- In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine sugar, butter, salt, water, and vanilla; stir gently.
- Cook over medium-high heat while stirring continuously until the mixture reaches 300°F on a candy thermometer.
- Remove from heat and stir in half of the toasted nuts before pouring onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Sprinkle chocolate chips over the hot mixture and spread evenly after they soften.
- Garnish with remaining nuts and optional flaked sea salt, then let cool completely before breaking into pieces.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Candy making
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg