✨ Better Than Anything Toffee
The ultimate crunchy, buttery toffee loaded with chocolate, nuts, and a sprinkle of sea salt—so addictive, it’ll ruin all other desserts for you!
📝 Ingredients
For the Toffee Base:
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1 cup (2 sticks / 226g) unsalted butter
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1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
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¼ cup (55g) packed brown sugar
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¼ tsp salt
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1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Toppings:
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1½ cups (255g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
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½ cup chopped pecans or almonds (toasted)
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Flaky sea salt (for finishing)
🔥 Step-by-Step Instructions
1️⃣ Prep the Pan
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Line a 9×13-inch baking sheet with parchment paper (or foil lightly greased).
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Sprinkle ½ the nuts evenly over the parchment.
2️⃣ Make the Toffee
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In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
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Add both sugars and salt, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon until fully dissolved (about 3–5 mins).
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Once boiling, stop stirring and let it bubble 5–7 mins (or until it reaches 300°F / 150°C on a candy thermometer).
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Remove from heat, stir in vanilla (it’ll bubble—stand back!).
3️⃣ Assemble & Set
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Immediately pour the hot toffee over the nuts on the baking sheet.
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Let sit 1–2 mins, then sprinkle chocolate chips on top.
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Once melted (after ~3 mins), spread chocolate evenly with an offset spatula.
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Sprinkle remaining nuts + flaky sea salt over the chocolate.
4️⃣ Cool & Break
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Let harden at room temp (or refrigerate for 20 mins if impatient).
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Break into pieces—no neat cuts needed!
💡 Pro Tips for Perfect Toffee
✔ Use real butter (margarine or substitutes can separate).
✔ Don’t stir while boiling—this prevents crystallization.
✔ No thermometer? The toffee is ready when it’s deep amber and smells nutty.
✔ Storage: Keep in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks (if it lasts that long!).
🌟 Why This Toffee is Legendary
✅ Sweet + salty perfection – The sea salt cuts through the richness.
✅ Foolproof method – No fancy skills needed.
✅ Customizable – Swap nuts for pretzels, or use white chocolate!
Serve as: Holiday gifts, ice cream topping, or a secret midnight snack.
Want extra indulgence? Drizzle with caramel or sprinkle with crushed Oreos! 🍫
“I made this for a party, and people were hiding pieces in their purses.” – Rave review