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Classic Christmas Toffee Recipe

Classic Christmas Toffee Recipe
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This Classic Christmas Toffee recipe combines rich butter caramel with crunchy pecans and smooth melted chocolate, creating a festive treat perfect for holiday celebrations. Easy to make and irresistibly delicious, it offers a perfect balance of sweet, salty, and nutty flavors.

Ingredients

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For the Toffee Base

  • 1 cup chopped pecans or almonds
  • 1 cup granulated sugar (200 grams)
  • 1 cup butter (226 grams), cut into pieces
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup water (60 ml)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Topping

  • Chocolate chips (approximately 1 cup)
  • Additional chopped pecans for garnish
  • Flaked sea salt (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Baking Dish and Pecans: Line a 9×9 inch baking dish with parchment paper. Spread 1 cup of chopped pecans evenly on the bottom to create a nutty base for the toffee.
  2. Make the Caramel Mixture: In a medium pot, combine 1 cup butter, 1 cup granulated sugar, 1/4 cup water, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Heat over medium, stirring frequently until the mixture melts and starts bubbling. Attach a candy thermometer to monitor the temperature carefully.
  3. Cook the Caramel: Stir occasionally as the mixture heats up. When the mixture reaches the hard crack stage at 300°F (149°C), immediately remove it from heat. Stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract thoroughly.
  4. Assemble the Toffee: Pour the hot caramel over the pecans in the baking dish, smoothing it out with a spatula. Let it cool for about 2 minutes, then sprinkle chocolate chips evenly over the warm caramel. Cover the dish with foil or a baking sheet to trap heat and melt the chocolate.
  5. Finish and Chill the Toffee: After 4 minutes, uncover and use a knife or spatula to gently swirl the melted chocolate creating a decorative pattern. Sprinkle additional chopped pecans on top and optionally flaked sea salt for extra flavor. Let the toffee cool at room temperature for about 4 hours or refrigerate to set quickly.
  6. Cut and Serve the Toffee: Once fully set and cool to the touch, lift the parchment paper to remove the toffee from the pan. Cut into pieces with a sharp knife or break apart by hand. Serve and enjoy your homemade classic Christmas toffee!

Notes

  • Use a candy thermometer for precise temperature control to achieve the perfect hard crack stage.
  • Parchment paper lining ensures easy removal and cleanup.
  • Optional sea salt topping enhances the balance of sweet and salty flavors.
  • Store toffee in an airtight container at room temperature or in the fridge for up to two weeks.
  • This recipe can be doubled for a larger pan, such as 13×9 inch, adjusting cook time slightly.
  • Glass or metal baking dishes work well; metal heats more evenly for candy making.

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