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Homemade Toffee

Homemade toffee is a classic butter-and-sugar candy cooked until golden and crisp, then cooled and broken into pieces. Rich, buttery, and perfectly snappy, it’s a timeless treat for holidays, gifting, or everyday indulgence.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 12
Course: Candy, Dessert
Cuisine: American, British-Inspired
Calories: 210
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup chocolate chips optional
  • ½ cup chopped nuts almonds or pecans, optional
  • Flaky sea salt optional, for topping

Method
 

  1. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
  2. In a heavy saucepan over medium heat, melt butter and sugar together, stirring constantly.
  3. Continue cooking and stirring until the mixture turns deep golden and reaches hard-crack stage.
  4. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla and salt.
  5. Immediately pour the toffee onto the prepared baking sheet and spread evenly.
  6. Sprinkle chocolate chips over the hot toffee and let sit until melted, then spread evenly.
  7. Top with nuts and flaky salt if using.
  8. Let cool completely, then break into pieces

Notes

  • Use a candy thermometer for best results.
  • Stir constantly to prevent scorching.
  • Store in an airtight container at room temperature.
  • Avoid humid environments—moisture softens toffee.
  • Toffee keeps well for up to 2–3 weeks when stored properly.