Better Than Anything Toffee is a rich, buttery, and crunchy treat that’s incredibly easy to make at home. With a layer of chocolate and a sprinkle of nuts, this toffee is sure to be a hit at any gathering or as a delightful homemade gift.
📋 Ingredients:
For the Toffee:
🧈 1 cup unsalted butter (2 sticks)
🍬 1 cup granulated sugar
🥛 2 tbsp water
🍯 1/4 tsp salt
🍦 1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Topping:
🍫 1 1/2 cups semi-sweet or milk chocolate chips
🌰 1/2 cup chopped pecans, almonds, or walnuts (optional)
📝 Directions:
- Prepare the Baking Sheet: 🍰 Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. Set aside.
- Make the Toffee: 🍬 In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine the butter, sugar, water, and salt. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the butter is melted and the sugar is dissolved. Continue cooking, stirring occasionally, until the mixture reaches a deep amber color and the temperature on a candy thermometer reads 300°F (150°C). This should take about 10-15 minutes.
- Add Vanilla: 🍦 Once the toffee reaches the correct temperature, remove the saucepan from the heat and quickly stir in the vanilla extract.
- Pour the Toffee: 🍬 Immediately pour the hot toffee onto the prepared baking sheet, spreading it out into an even layer with a spatula. Be careful, as the toffee will be extremely hot.
- Add the Chocolate: 🍫 Let the toffee sit for about 2 minutes, then sprinkle the chocolate chips evenly over the top. Allow the chocolate to sit for another 2-3 minutes until it begins to melt. Use a spatula to spread the melted chocolate evenly over the toffee.
- Add the Nuts (Optional): 🌰 If desired, sprinkle the chopped nuts over the melted chocolate.
- Chill: ❄️ Let the toffee cool at room temperature for about 30 minutes, then transfer it to the refrigerator to set completely for about 1 hour.
- Break and Serve: 🍽️ Once the toffee is fully set, break it into pieces using your hands or a sharp knife.
🍽 Serve:
Enjoy your crunchy and decadent Better Than Anything Toffee, perfect for sharing or gifting!
⏱ Preparation Time: 10 minutes
⏱ Cooking Time: 15 minutes
⏱ Chilling Time: 1 hour
⏱ Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes
🍽 Servings: 12-16 servings
🔥 Calories: 180 kcal per serving
💡 Notes:
- Store the toffee in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.
- For a fun twist, try adding a sprinkle of sea salt over the melted chocolate for a sweet and salty combination.
Enjoy your delicious Better Than Anything Toffee! 🍬✨