Classic Christmas Toffee – Buttery, Crunchy, and Chocolatey
Golden, buttery toffee topped with melted chocolate and chopped nuts — a nostalgic, crunchy candy perfect for Christmas.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour (including cooling)
- Yield: 30 pieces 1x
Ingredients
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1 cup (226g) unsalted butter
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1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
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2 tbsp water
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1 tbsp light corn syrup (optional)
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Pinch of salt
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1 cup (170g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
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1/2 cup finely chopped almonds or pecans
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Optional: flaky sea salt
Instructions
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Line a baking sheet with parchment or silicone mat.
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In a saucepan, melt butter with sugar, water, corn syrup, and salt. Stir until combined.
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Stop stirring. Cook over medium heat to 300°F (hard crack stage).
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Immediately pour into pan and spread into even layer.
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Wait 2 minutes, then sprinkle chocolate chips over hot toffee.
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Let sit to melt, then spread evenly.
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Sprinkle chopped nuts and lightly press them in.
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Cool completely. Break into pieces and store airtight.
Notes
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Use a candy thermometer for accuracy.
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Swap nuts for crushed peppermint or leave plain.
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Keeps for 2–3 weeks at room temperature.