Homemade Caramel Toffee
Indulge your sweet tooth with this classic, homemade caramel toffee recipe. This easy-to-follow guide will walk you through the process of creating a buttery, crunchy, and irresistible treat.
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A classic treat, perfectly homemade.
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Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Unsalted butter | 1 cup |
| Granulated sugar | 1 cup |
| Brown sugar, packed | 1/2 cup |
| Water | 1/4 cup |
| Vanilla extract | 1/2 teaspoon |
| Salt | 1/4 teaspoon |
| Semi-sweet or dark chocolate chips (optional) | 1 cup |
| Chopped nuts (e.g., almonds, pecans) (optional) | 1 cup |
Instructions:
- Prepare Baking Sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cook Toffee Mixture:
- Melt butter in a heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium heat.
- Stir in granulated and brown sugar until combined.
- Add water and cook, stirring occasionally, until it reaches the hard crack stage (300°F/150°C) on a candy thermometer.
- Add Flavor and Pour:
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla and salt.
- Pour onto prepared baking sheet and spread evenly.
- Optional Toppings:
- Sprinkle chocolate chips and nuts over the hot toffee.
- Set and Break:
- Let cool and harden completely.
- Break into pieces.
- Store:
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature.
Enjoy this homemade treat!
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