Toffee is a classic holiday treat that never fails to impress. In this recipe, we're making a delicious homemade version that's loaded with nuts, topped with chocolate, and simply irresistible.
Preparing the Pan
To start, we'll line a 9x9-inch cake pan with parchment paper. This will make it easy to remove the toffee once it's set. We'll cut the parchment paper to size, slit the sides, and press it into the pan, overlapping the edges.
Building the Base
Next, we'll layer the bottom of the pan with a mix of toasted almonds and chopped pecans. This will provide a crunchy base for the toffee.
In a heavy-bottomed pot, we'll combine granulated sugar, unsalted butter, salt, and water. We'll cook this mixture, stirring constantly, until it reaches the hard crack stage on a candy thermometer (290-300°F or 145-150°C). This is the key to achieving the perfect toffee texture.
Pouring and Topping
Once the toffee reaches the right temperature, we'll quickly stir in some vanilla extract and pour the hot mixture over the nuts in the prepared pan. We'll use a spatula to spread it evenly.
While the toffee is still warm, we'll sprinkle semi-sweet chocolate chips over the top and cover the pan with foil. The chocolate will melt, and we'll then spread it around for an even layer.
For an extra flavor boost, we'll sprinkle some flaky sea salt over the chocolate. Finally, we'll top the toffee with the remaining toasted almonds and chopped pecans.
Cooling and Serving
The toffee will need to cool completely, either at room temperature for 6-8 hours or in the refrigerator for about an hour. Once set, we can remove it from the pan using the parchment paper and break it into pieces.
This homemade toffee makes a wonderful gift, as it can be packaged in a festive bag or box. But it's also a treat that's hard to resist for yourself or your loved ones. The combination of crunchy nuts, rich toffee, and smooth chocolate is simply irresistible.
Give this recipe a try and let it become a new holiday tradition in your home!
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Homemade Toffee: A Christmas Delight
Toffee is a classic holiday treat that never fails to impress. In this recipe, we're making a delicious homemade version that's loaded with nuts, topped with chocolate, and simply irresistible.
Preparing the Pan
To start, we'll line a 9x9-inch cake pan with parchment paper. This will make it easy to remove the toffee once it's set. We'll cut the parchment paper to size, slit the sides, and press it into the pan, overlapping the edges.
Building the Base
Next, we'll layer the bottom of the pan with a mix of toasted almonds and chopped pecans. This will provide a crunchy base for the toffee.
Making the Toffee
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In a heavy-bottomed pot, we'll combine granulated sugar, unsalted butter, salt, and water. We'll cook this mixture, stirring constantly, until it reaches the hard crack stage on a candy thermometer (290-300°F or 145-150°C). This is the key to achieving the perfect toffee texture.
Pouring and Topping
Once the toffee reaches the right temperature, we'll quickly stir in some vanilla extract and pour the hot mixture over the nuts in the prepared pan. We'll use a spatula to spread it evenly.
While the toffee is still warm, we'll sprinkle semi-sweet chocolate chips over the top and cover the pan with foil. The chocolate will melt, and we'll then spread it around for an even layer.
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For an extra flavor boost, we'll sprinkle some flaky sea salt over the chocolate. Finally, we'll top the toffee with the remaining toasted almonds and chopped pecans.
Cooling and Serving
The toffee will need to cool completely, either at room temperature for 6-8 hours or in the refrigerator for about an hour. Once set, we can remove it from the pan using the parchment paper and break it into pieces.
This homemade toffee makes a wonderful gift, as it can be packaged in a festive bag or box. But it's also a treat that's hard to resist for yourself or your loved ones. The combination of crunchy nuts, rich toffee, and smooth chocolate is simply irresistible.
Give this recipe a try and let it become a new holiday tradition in your home!