Delicious Chocolate Treat: Crunchy Butter Toffee Bars
Buttery, crunchy, and topped with melted chocolate and nuts, this Better Than Anything Toffee is an easy homemade candy perfect for gifting and snacking
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes + cooling
- Yield: 1.5 pounds 1x
Ingredients
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1 cup unsalted butter
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1 cup granulated sugar
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1–2 tbsp light corn syrup (optional)
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1/4 tsp salt
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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1½ cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
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1/2–3/4 cup chopped toasted almonds or pecans
Instructions
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Line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment or foil. Optional: sprinkle chopped nuts on the base.
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In a heavy saucepan, melt butter, sugar, salt, and corn syrup over medium heat, stirring until smooth.
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Let boil undisturbed until deep golden (300°F or cold-water “crack” test), about 10–12 minutes.
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Remove from heat and stir in vanilla.
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Pour into pan and spread evenly. Wait 2 minutes.
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Sprinkle chocolate chips on top. Let melt, then spread.
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Top with chopped nuts and press lightly.
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Cool 1–2 hours until firm. Break into pieces and store airtight.
Notes
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Use a candy thermometer for accuracy.
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Toast nuts for extra flavor.
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Store at room temperature up to 2 weeks.