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Classic Christmas Toffee

Classic Christmas Toffee

A rich and buttery toffee, perfect for the holidays. Easy to make and even easier to devour!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 16 pieces
Course: Candy, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 sticks (1 cup) Unsalted butter
  • 1 cup Granulated sugar
  • 0.5 cup Light corn syrup
  • 0.5 cup Heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
  • 0.25 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 cup Semi-sweet chocolate chips Optional
  • to taste Sea salt flakes Optional, for sprinkling

Equipment

  • Heavy-bottomed saucepan
  • Candy Thermometer
  • 8x8 inch baking pan
  • Parchment Paper
  • Spatula

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Line an 8x8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides. Lightly grease the parchment.
  2. In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine butter, sugar, and corn syrup. Stir constantly until butter is melted and sugar is dissolved.
  3. Bring to a boil, without stirring. Cook, swirling occasionally, until the toffee reaches 300°F (150°C) on a candy thermometer (10-15 minutes).
  4. Remove from heat and slowly pour in heavy cream. Stir constantly until smooth. Stir in vanilla and salt.
  5. Pour toffee into prepared pan and spread evenly. Sprinkle with chocolate chips (optional) and let melt slightly, then spread.
  6. Cool completely at room temperature (at least 2 hours, preferably overnight).
  7. Lift toffee out of pan using parchment paper. Break into pieces and sprinkle with sea salt flakes (optional). Store in an airtight container.

Notes

For a richer flavor, use brown butter. You can also experiment with different types of chocolate chips or nuts.