Description
Classic Christmas Toffee is a delightful and rich treat that epitomizes the warmth of the holiday season. This buttery confection, featuring a blend of crunchy nuts and smooth chocolate, is perfect for sharing with loved ones or enjoying during cozy evenings at home. With just a handful of ingredients and simple preparation steps, you can create this festive favorite that will impress everyone at your gatherings. Whether it’s for gifting or indulging, this toffee is sure to become a cherished tradition in your home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup chopped pecans or almonds
- 1 cup granulated sugar (200 grams)
- 1 cup butter (226 grams)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup water (60 ml)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- Chocolate chips for topping
- Additional chopped pecans for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper.
- In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine butter, sugar, water, and salt. Stir over medium heat until melted.
- Cook while stirring frequently until the mixture reaches 300°F (hard crack stage), about 10–15 minutes.
- Remove from heat, stir in vanilla and chopped nuts until well combined.
- Pour onto the prepared baking sheet and spread evenly.
- Sprinkle chocolate chips over the warm toffee and let them sit to melt before spreading evenly.
- Add any extra nuts or flaked sea salt on top as desired.
- Allow to cool completely before breaking into pieces.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg