Indulge in the sweet and buttery taste of homemade toffee with this easy recipe. Made with a handful of simple ingredients, this toffee is perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth or impressing guests during the holidays. With a crunchy texture and rich flavor, this toffee will quickly become a favorite treat in your household. It also makes a great gift for friends and family!
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional)
Directions
- In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the sugar and salt to the saucepan, stirring constantly until the mixture reaches a boil.
- Continue to cook the mixture, stirring frequently, until it turns a deep golden brown color.
- Remove the saucepan from heat and quickly pour the toffee onto a greased baking sheet.
- Spread the toffee evenly with a spatula.
- Sprinkle the chocolate chips over the hot toffee and let them sit for a minute to soften.
- Using the spatula, spread the melted chocolate over the toffee.
- Sprinkle the chopped nuts (if desired) over the chocolate layer.
- Place the baking sheet in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes or until the toffee is set.
- Once the toffee has hardened, break it into bite-sized pieces and serve.
- Store the toffee in an airtight container for up to two weeks.
