Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it to ensure your toffee doesn’t stick.
- In a heavy saucepan, combine the butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and water. Stir the mixture over medium heat until the butter melts and the sugars dissolve—this should take about 5 minutes.
- Increase the heat slightly and bring the mixture to a boil. Use a candy thermometer to monitor the temperature, aiming for 300°F (hard crack stage).
- Once at 300°F, immediately remove from heat. Stir in the vanilla extract, salt, and baking soda, being careful as the mixture might bubble up.
- Quickly pour the hot toffee onto your prepared baking sheet, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
- Let it cool for about 5 minutes, then sprinkle the chocolate chips on top. Allow them to melt slightly, then spread the melted chocolate evenly.
- Sprinkle the toasted nuts on top and press them gently into the chocolate.
- Let the toffee cool completely before breaking it into pieces, which usually takes about an hour.
Storage
- Store your toffee in an airtight container for up to two weeks.
Notes
For variations, consider using dark chocolate instead of semi-sweet or adding a pinch of sea salt on top before serving. Use a heavy-bottomed saucepan to prevent burning.
