Awesome English Toffee

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 4

Awesome English Toffee for a Sweet Treat

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

10 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

509

Sugar

53g

Fat

34g

English toffee is a classic dessert that has been enjoyed for generations. It is a sweet treat made from a combination of sugar, butter, and chocolate, and often includes nuts such as pecans. This recipe for Awesome English Toffee takes the classic recipe up a notch by using both white and brown sugar, providing a deeper flavor profile, and adding a generous amount of chocolate and pecans. It is the perfect treat to indulge in on a cozy night in or to serve at a holiday gathering for friends and family.

Instructions

1.	Prepare a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Set aside.
2.	In a large, heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium-high heat, combine the white sugar, brown sugar, water, and vanilla extract. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the mixture comes to a boil.
3.	Add in the butter, one tablespoon at a time, stirring constantly for about 10-15 minutes until it reaches 290°F on a candy thermometer.
4.	Pour the hot toffee mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, spreading it out with a spatula if needed.
5.	Sprinkle the chocolate chips over the hot toffee mixture, allowing them to melt for a few minutes before spreading them out with a spatula.
6.	Sprinkle the finely chopped pecans over the melted chocolate, pressing them in gently.
7.	Allow the toffee to cool completely before breaking it into pieces and serving.

PROS

This toffee is sweet, crunchy, and delicious.

It is a perfect sweet treat for the holidays or special occasions.

CONS

This toffee is high in sugar and calories, so it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

It is also not recommended for those with nut allergies.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this toffee may not be the healthiest treat, it can be enjoyed as an occasional indulgence.
Dark chocolate, which can be used instead of milk chocolate in this recipe, is high in antioxidants which can help reduce inflammation in the body.

	1 cup white sugar
	1 cup dark brown sugar , packed
	2 tablespoons water
	1 teaspoon vanilla extract
	1 lb real unsalted butter
	1 1/2 cups chocolate chips
	1 1/2 cups finely chopped pecans