Homemade Toffee
Indulge in the delightful world of Homemade Toffee, a sweet treat that captures the essence of holidays and special occasions. This easy-to-make confection features a crunchy caramel layer, topped with smooth melted chocolate and sprinkled with nutty pecans, creating a perfect balance of flavors and textures. Whether you’re preparing it as a heartfelt gift or enjoying it as a personal indulgence, this toffee is sure to impress. Its straightforward recipe makes it accessible for bakers of all skill levels, ensuring that everyone can savor its buttery goodness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Approximately 24 pieces 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups Challenge unsalted butter
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup finely chopped pecans
Instructions
- Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium heavy-bottom saucepan over medium heat, combine butter and sugar. Stir consistently until the mixture reaches 285°F on a candy thermometer and turns dark amber (about 35-45 minutes).
- Pour the hot toffee onto the prepared baking sheet and immediately sprinkle chocolate chips evenly over the top.
- Let sit for 1-2 minutes to soften the chocolate, then spread it into an even layer using a spatula.
- Sprinkle chopped pecans on top and gently press them into the melted chocolate.
- Allow to cool completely at room temperature for about 1 hour before breaking into pieces.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (20g)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
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