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Classic Christmas Toffee

Classic Christmas Toffee: A Festive Crunch You’ll Love!

Classic Christmas Toffee is a crunchy, buttery treat perfect for sharing during holiday gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 18 pieces
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Toffee Base
  • 1 cup Chopped Pecans or Almonds or walnuts or pumpkin seeds for nut-free
  • 1 cup Butter or coconut oil for dairy-free
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar or coconut sugar for less refined
  • 2 tablespoon Water
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Chocolate Chips
  • 1 teaspoon Flaked Sea Salt optional

Equipment

  • Heavy-bottomed pot
  • Candy thermometer
  • 9x9-inch baking dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Classic Christmas Toffee
  1. Line a 9x9 inch baking dish with parchment paper, extending it over the edges.
  2. Spread the chopped nuts evenly across the bottom of the dish and press gently.
  3. Combine butter, sugar, water, and salt in a pot over medium heat, stirring until melted and bubbling.
  4. Cook until the mixture reaches 300°F, the hard crack stage, about 10-15 minutes.
  5. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract before pouring over the nuts.
  6. Allow to sit for 2 minutes, then sprinkle chocolate chips over the hot toffee.
  7. After a few minutes, swirl the melted chocolate for even distribution.
  8. Cool at room temperature for about 4 hours until set, then lift out and cut into pieces.

Notes

For thoughtful gifting, package in decorative boxes or jars, adding a personal note.