Description
This irresistible homemade English Toffee is the perfect blend of buttery crunch, smooth melted chocolate, and toasted almonds. Whether you’re looking for a quick dessert, a gourmet candy gift, or just a cozy weekend project, this easy recipe delivers flawless results every time. Ideal for holiday treats, food gifts, or everyday dessert ideas, this is a must-try for anyone who loves quick desserts, sweet snacks, or classic candy recipes.
Ingredients
1 cup unsalted butter
1 cup granulated sugar
1 pinch salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
3/4 cup chopped toasted almonds
Instructions
1. Line a 9×13-inch baking dish or baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly butter it.
2. In a heavy saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add sugar and salt, stirring constantly.
3. Cook the mixture until it reaches a deep amber color or 300°F on a candy thermometer (about 8–10 minutes).
4. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
5. Pour the hot toffee onto the prepared pan and spread evenly.
6. Wait 1–2 minutes, sprinkle chocolate chips on top, let them soften, then spread the chocolate smoothly.
7. Top with chopped almonds, pressing gently so they stick.
8. Cool completely at room temp for 2 hours or refrigerate 30–45 minutes.
9. Once set, break into pieces and enjoy!
Notes
Make sure to use a heavy-bottomed pan for even cooking.
Toast the almonds beforehand for a richer nutty flavor.
Let the toffee cool completely before breaking for clean, crisp shards.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 25mg