Classic Christmas Toffee: The Best Indulgent Holiday Treat
Classic Christmas Toffee is a delicious, indulgent treat perfect for the holiday season. This recipe will guide you through making the perfect batch of toffee that you can share with family and friends.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 20 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions
- In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the sugar, water, and salt, stirring constantly until the mixture boils.
- Reduce heat and continue to boil until the mixture reaches a hard crack stage (300°F).
- Pour the toffee onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Sprinkle the chocolate chips over the hot toffee and let them sit until melted.
- Spread the melted chocolate evenly and top with chopped nuts if desired.
- Allow the toffee to cool completely before breaking it into pieces.
Notes
- Make sure to use a candy thermometer for accurate results.
- Feel free to customize with different types of chocolate or toppings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Classic Christmas Toffee, Holiday Treat, Toffee Recipe