Chocolate Toffee Squares – Easy Candy Recipe for Any Occasion
This buttery, crunchy toffee is topped with melted chocolate and nuts—easy to make, impossible to resist, and perfect for gifting or holiday trays.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes (plus cooling)
- Yield: : ~24 pieces
Ingredients
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1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter
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1 cup granulated sugar
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¼ tsp salt
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1 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
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1½ cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
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½ to 1 cup chopped pecans or almonds
Instructions
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Line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment. Lightly grease.
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In a heavy saucepan over medium heat, melt butter. Add sugar and salt.
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Stir constantly until mixture turns deep amber (8–10 mins). Remove from heat.
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Stir in vanilla and quickly pour into the prepared pan. Spread evenly.
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Wait 1 min, then sprinkle chocolate chips on top. Let sit 2 mins, then spread melted chocolate.
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Top with nuts and press gently.
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Cool completely. Break into pieces once firm.
Notes
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Store in airtight container for 2 weeks or freeze up to 3 months.
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Top with sea salt, coconut, or peppermint for variation.