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Homemade English Toffee

Irresistible Homemade English Toffee for the Perfect Holiday Treat

Delightful homemade English toffee, perfect for holiday gifting or treating yourself.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 35 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: English
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Toffee
  • 1 cup Butter (Sweet Cream, Salted) Provides richness and flavor; don’t substitute with margarine.
  • 2 cups Granulated Sugar Creates the toffee's signature crunch.
For the Optional Toppings
  • 1 cup Chopped Nuts (Optional) Adds delightful texture and flavor; walnuts or pecans work beautifully.
  • 12 oz Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips Create a creamy chocolate layer.

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • Cookie sheet
  • spatula
  • Candy thermometer

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Homemade English Toffee
  1. Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally until fully melted (3-5 minutes).
  2. Combine with sugar: After the butter melts, add granulated sugar and stir until dissolved (2 minutes).
  3. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly for about 10-15 minutes until the mixture is medium tan color.
  4. Prepare the cookie sheet by lining it with parchment paper and distribute any optional chopped nuts if using.
  5. Pour the toffee mixture over the prepared nuts, spread evenly using a spatula.
  6. Add chocolate chips over the still-warm toffee and let them melt before spreading evenly.
  7. Optionally, sprinkle additional chopped nuts or sprinkles over the chocolate layer.
  8. Cool completely for a couple of hours before breaking into pieces.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 15gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Watch the temperature with a candy thermometer for the perfect crunch and ensure the toffee cools completely for best texture.

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