This recipe will show you how to make the best toffee ever right in your own kitchen. With just a few simple ingredients and easy steps, you can create a delicious treat that is perfect for sharing with friends and family. The toffee is buttery, crunchy, and topped with a layer of rich chocolate and toasted almonds.
Ingredients
- 1 cup butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup sliced almonds, toasted
Directions
- In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the sugar, water, and salt to the pan and stir to combine.
- Cook the mixture, stirring constantly, until it reaches 300°F on a candy thermometer.
- Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
- Pour the hot toffee mixture onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and spread it out evenly.
- Sprinkle the chocolate chips over the hot toffee and let them sit for a few minutes to melt.
- Use a spatula to spread the melted chocolate over the toffee in an even layer.
- Sprinkle the toasted almonds over the chocolate layer.
- Let the toffee cool and harden at room temperature for at least 1-2 hours.
- Once the toffee is completely set, break it into pieces and enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Toffee is a popular sweet treat that is often made with butter and sugar.
The key to making perfect toffee is to cook it to the right temperature, so be sure to use a candy thermometer.
Toasting the almonds before adding them to the toffee enhances their flavor and adds a nice crunch.