TOFFEE - ENGLISH

By akselden

Ingredients

• 1 C. sugar
• 1/2 lb. butter
• 3 T. water
• 1 tsp. pure vanilla
• 1 C. finely chopped walnuts or pecans
• 1 1/2 C. semisweet chocolate chips

Details

Servings 1

Preparation

Step 1

1. Butter the bottom of a 10x15" sheet pan. Set aside.

2. Place sugar, butter, water, and vanilla in a 2 to 3 qt. heavy-bottomed saucepan. Stirring constantly, boil the mixture over medium-high heat until golden brown, approximately 10 minutes. Watch closely to prevent scorching. The mixture will darken and get glossy as it reaches the desired stage. If using a candy thermometer, it should register 305°F. Place a drop of the candy in a cup of cold water when the mixture appears done. If it immediately hardens to a crack stage, it's ready.

3. Pour the hot candy into the sheet pan and spread it to make a thin layer about 1/2" of toffee, which may not completely cover the pan.

4. Immediately and evenly pour the chocolate chips over the hot candy. As the chips soften, spread them like frosting over the candy and sprinkle with nuts.

5. Set the pan in a cool place so the chocolate will harden. Once hard, break the candy into pieces and store in airtight containers. The toffee has a long shelf life if kept cool.