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Best Christmas Toffee

This buttery, crunchy Christmas Toffee is layered with melted chocolate and topped with chopped nuts. A festive and easy holiday candy that makes the perfect edible gift or party treat!
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 24 people
Course: Candy, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 100

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup pecans or walnuts, chopped
  • 1 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup milk chocolate chips
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Equipment

  • Large saucepan
  • 9×13 baking dish
  • Parchment Paper
  • Candy thermometer
  • Rubber spatula

Method
 

  1. In a large saucepan, combine butter, sugar, and salt. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until melted and combined (about 5 minutes).
  2. Line a 9×13 baking dish with parchment paper, leaving overhang for easy removal.
  3. Allow mixture to boil, stirring 2–3 times. Cook until dark amber and candy thermometer reads 285°F (20–25 minutes).
  4. Pour toffee into the prepared dish. Sprinkle chocolate chips on top, let soften, then spread into a smooth chocolate layer.
  5. Sprinkle chopped nuts on top. Refrigerate 1–2 hours until hardened.
  6. Once hardened, lift out by parchment and break into pieces. Serve or package as gifts!

Notes

Use parchment paper for easy removal. Cook until the toffee reaches 285°F and turns dark amber. Wrap in cellophane bags tied with ribbon for gifting. A candy thermometer is highly recommended for accuracy.
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