Description
A delightful mixture of sweet and salty, Classic Christmas Toffee is a cherished holiday treat that brings back warm memories of family and festivities.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup water
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup chopped nuts (optional, almonds or pecans)
Instructions
- Combine butter, sugar, and water in a heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium heat.
- Stir constantly until the mixture boils.
- Continue to boil, stirring frequently, until the candy thermometer reads 300°F (hard crack stage).
- Remove from heat and pour the toffee mixture into the prepared baking pan.
- Once the toffee cools slightly, sprinkle the chocolate chips evenly on top.
- Allow the chocolate to melt for a minute, then spread it evenly across the toffee surface.
- If desired, top with chopped nuts before letting it cool completely at room temperature.
- Once completely cooled, break the toffee into pieces and enjoy!
Notes
For the best flavor, use high-quality butter and chocolate. Allow the toffee to cool completely before breaking for clean edges.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: toffee, holiday treats, Christmas candy, homemade sweets, dessert recipes