Creamy Butter Toffee with Chocolate and Nuts
Better Than Anything Toffee is a buttery, crunchy, chocolate-covered treat topped with nuts — easy to make, gift, and devour.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: 20–24 pieces 1x
Ingredients
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1 cup unsalted butter
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1 cup granulated sugar
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1/4 tsp salt
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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1 1/2 cups chocolate chips
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1 cup chopped pecans or almonds
Instructions
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Line a 9×13 pan with parchment or silicone mat.
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In saucepan, melt butter. Add sugar and salt. Stir constantly over medium heat for 8–10 min, until deep amber.
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Remove from heat. Stir in vanilla. Pour into pan and spread quickly.
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After 1–2 min, sprinkle chocolate chips on top. Let melt, then spread evenly.
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Sprinkle chopped nuts and press gently.
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Cool completely. Break into pieces and enjoy.
Notes
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Use a candy thermometer for extra precision (hard crack stage: 290–300°F).
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Customize with different toppings or flavored chocolates.
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Store airtight up to 2 weeks.