My Favorite Buttery Toffee Recipe

Indulge in this melt-in-your-mouth buttery toffee, a Christmas tradition so decadent, you'll be glad it's only an annual treat! This easy recipe combines crunchy nuts and rich chocolate with a perfectly smooth, buttery toffee base. Get ready for the ultimate holiday dessert!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 361.1 kcal
Protein 2g
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Ingredients for My Favorite Buttery Toffee

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How to Make My Favorite Buttery Toffee

  1. Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  2. Evenly sprinkle 1 cup chopped nuts and 1 cup chocolate chips over the bottom of the prepared dish.
  3. Set aside.
  4. In a deep, heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, 1 ½ cups granulated sugar, and ¾ cup packed light brown sugar. (Note: This mixture bubbles vigorously during cooking.)
  5. Cook over medium-high heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture comes to a rolling boil.
  6. Continue cooking, without stirring, until the toffee reaches 300°F (150°C) on a candy thermometer.
  7. Carefully remove from heat and immediately pour the hot toffee evenly over the nut and chocolate layer.
  8. Let the toffee cool completely at room temperature.
  9. Once completely cool, use a butter knife to break the toffee into irregular pieces.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

5 g

Sugar

119g

Fat

74g

Carbs

10g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make My Favorite Buttery Toffee?

My Favorite Buttery Toffee takes about 45 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 30 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in My Favorite Buttery Toffee?

My Favorite Buttery Toffee has approximately 361.1 calories per serving, with about 2 g protein, 10 g carbohydrates and 42 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for My Favorite Buttery Toffee?

The key ingredients for My Favorite Buttery Toffee are Salted Butter, White Sugar, Light Brown Sugar, Pecans, Semi Sweet Chocolate Chips. See the full list with measurements above.

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