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Classic Christmas Toffee

Classic Christmas Toffee: Irresistible Holiday Crunch Treats

Classic Christmas Toffee is a delightful holiday dessert that combines buttery richness, crunchy pecans, and rich chocolate in each bite.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Toffee Base
  • 1 cup Chopped Pecans Can substitute with almonds, walnuts, or sunflower/pumpkin seeds for nut-free option.
  • 1 cup Butter Can substitute with coconut oil for dairy-free option.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Coconut sugar can be used, but may alter color and cooking time.
  • 2 tablespoons Water
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Use pure vanilla extract.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Fine sea salt works best.
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Chocolate Chips Use semi-sweet or dark chocolate.
  • 1 teaspoon Flaked Sea Salt Optional for garnishing.

Equipment

  • Candy thermometer
  • Medium pot
  • 9x9 Inch Baking Dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Gather all your ingredients: chopped pecans, butter, granulated sugar, water, vanilla extract, salt, and chocolate chips.
  2. Line a 9×9 inch baking dish with parchment paper and spread chopped pecans across the bottom.
  3. In a medium pot, combine butter, sugar, water, and salt. Heat over medium heat, stirring frequently until the mixture bubbles.
  4. Attach a candy thermometer and cook until the mixture reaches 300°F, stirring occasionally.
  5. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract carefully.
  6. Pour the hot mixture over the layer of pecans in the prepared dish.
  7. Sprinkle the chocolate chips evenly over the hot toffee and cover with a towel for 4 minutes.
  8. Swirl the melted chocolate into the toffee and sprinkle with additional pecans and flaked sea salt.
  9. Let the toffee cool completely at room temperature, about 4 hours.
  10. Remove from dish using parchment paper and cut or break into pieces.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 5IUCalcium: 1mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Keep the toffee in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks. Refrigerate for longer storage or freeze for up to three months.

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