Description
Classic Christmas Toffee is a festive delight that combines buttery richness with the satisfying crunch of nuts, making it an irresistible treat for holiday gatherings. This easy-to-make candy is perfect for sharing as gifts or enjoying at home, and its sweet and savory flavors will impress family and friends alike. With just a few simple ingredients and steps, you can create a classic dessert that embodies the spirit of the season. Elevate your celebrations with this delectable toffee that’s sure to become a cherished tradition!
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
- Toppings: chocolate chips, additional chopped pecans, flaked sea salt (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare your workspace by lining a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine butter, sugar, salt, water, and vanilla. Stir gently until mixed.
- Place over medium heat and stir continuously until melted. Attach a candy thermometer and cook without stirring until reaching 300°F (hard crack stage).
- Quickly stir in the chopped nuts before pouring onto the lined baking sheet.
- Let cool completely at room temperature. Melt chocolate chips and spread over the cooled toffee.
- While the chocolate is warm, sprinkle additional nuts and optional sea salt on top. Once set, break into pieces.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg