Confectionery | Vegetarian Diet (check for gelatin/animal rennet)

Toffee Bit

N/A Allergens: Milk
Toffee Bit

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family N/A
  • Primary Cuisine Global
  • Seasonality Year-Round
  • Source Sugar, Butter

The Forktionary Angle

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Definition

Small pieces of hard, buttery candy made by boiling sugar and butter, often used as a topping or inclusion.

Sensory Profile

TasteSweet, Buttery, Caramelized
TextureHard, Crunchy, Brittle
AromaCaramel, Buttery
AcidityNeutral

Technical Metrics

Nutrition Facts

Per 1 tbsp (10g)
Calories490 kcal
Total Fat23 g
Saturated Fat14 g
Trans Fat0 g
Cholesterol35 mg
Protein4 g
Total Carbohydrate68 g
Dietary Fiber1 g
Total Sugars60 g
Calcium150 mg
Iron1 mg
Potassium150 mg

Chef’s Secret

For baking, toss toffee bits with a tablespoon of flour before adding to batter to prevent them from sinking to the bottom.

Substitutions

Best Match

Chocolate Chips

1:1

Good for baking, similar texture when melted.

Caramel Bits

1:1

Softer texture, similar flavor profile.

Praline Pecans

1:1

Adds nuts and a crunchy, sweet coating.

Crushed Hard Candy

1:1

For crunch and sweetness, but different flavor.

Buying Guide

Look for brands specifically labeled toffee bits" or "Heath Bar bits" for consistent quality and size."

Flavor Pairings

Cookies brownies ice cream toppings cakes hot chocolate.