Easy Homemade Toffee Recipe
Learn how to make homemade English toffee with this easy recipe! Made with simple ingredients like butter, brown sugar, and chocolate, this buttery toffee is perfect for the holiday season. Achieve the hard crack stage for a crunchy texture and top with melted chocolate for a classic treat!
Servings: 30
Calories: 210kcal
Cost: $5
Ingredients
- 1 cup Butter
- 1 cup Packed brown sugar
- 1 bar Hershey or ½ cup milk chocolate chips
- 2 teaspoon Large flake sea salt for garnish
- 2 tablespoon Crushed crunchy pecans Optional
Instructions
- In a heavy saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Once fully melted, add the brown sugar and stir gently as the mixture begins to bubble and thicken.
- Attach a candy thermometer and continue cooking until the toffee reaches around 300-305°F.
- If you prefer the old-fashioned test, drop a small spoonful into a glass of cold water—it should harden quickly and snap when bent. That means it's ready.
- Pour the hot toffee onto a parchment-lined baking sheet and spread it into an even layer.
- Scatter the chocolate chips over the hot toffee. Let them rest for 2–3 minutes, then spread the softened chocolate into a smooth, thin layer.
- Add toppings if you like—a handful of chopped pecans or a sprinkle of coarse salt—or leave it plain.
- Let the toffee cool completely before breaking it into pieces and storing it in an airtight container.
Notes
Avoid Making Toffee on Humid Days:
High humidity can affect the setting process and lead to sticky toffee. For best results, choose a dry day for candy-making. Testing the Hard Crack Stage:
If you don’t have a candy thermometer, use the cold water test. Drop a bit of the mixture into a glass of cold water. If it hardens instantly and cracks, it’s ready. Let the Toffee Rest Before Adding Chocolate:
Wait 2-3 minutes after pouring the toffee onto the baking sheet. This prevents the chocolate from sinking into the toffee while still allowing it to melt. Spreading Chocolate:
Use a spatula to evenly spread the melted chocolate. If you prefer thicker chocolate, add extra chips or bars. Optional Toppings:
Sprinkle crushed pecans, almonds, or a pinch of sea salt on the melted chocolate for added flavor and texture.
Storage Store toffee in an airtight container at room temperature to keep it crunchy. It lasts up to 2 weeks (if you can resist eating it all!). Cleaning Tip:
To clean the pot easily, fill it with water and bring it to a boil. The leftover sugar will dissolve, making cleanup simple. Substitute Chocolate Varieties:
Try dark chocolate, bittersweet chocolate, or even white chocolate for different flavor profiles. Gifting Idea:
Wrap pieces in wax paper or arrange them in a pretty tin. It makes a perfect holiday gift for family and friends.
High humidity can affect the setting process and lead to sticky toffee. For best results, choose a dry day for candy-making. Testing the Hard Crack Stage:
If you don’t have a candy thermometer, use the cold water test. Drop a bit of the mixture into a glass of cold water. If it hardens instantly and cracks, it’s ready. Let the Toffee Rest Before Adding Chocolate:
Wait 2-3 minutes after pouring the toffee onto the baking sheet. This prevents the chocolate from sinking into the toffee while still allowing it to melt. Spreading Chocolate:
Use a spatula to evenly spread the melted chocolate. If you prefer thicker chocolate, add extra chips or bars. Optional Toppings:
Sprinkle crushed pecans, almonds, or a pinch of sea salt on the melted chocolate for added flavor and texture.
Storage Store toffee in an airtight container at room temperature to keep it crunchy. It lasts up to 2 weeks (if you can resist eating it all!). Cleaning Tip:
To clean the pot easily, fill it with water and bring it to a boil. The leftover sugar will dissolve, making cleanup simple. Substitute Chocolate Varieties:
Try dark chocolate, bittersweet chocolate, or even white chocolate for different flavor profiles. Gifting Idea:
Wrap pieces in wax paper or arrange them in a pretty tin. It makes a perfect holiday gift for family and friends.
Nutrition
Calories: 210kcal | Carbohydrates: 2143g | Protein: 0.1g | Fat: 958g | Saturated Fat: 599g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 16mg | Sodium: 49mg | Potassium: 9525mg | Sugar: 1905g | Vitamin A: 189IU | Calcium: 2383mg | Iron: 0.002mg
