Description
A classic candy made with sugar, butter, and chocolate.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 1/2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
- Add sugar and water, stirring constantly.
- Bring to a boil and cook until it reaches a hard crack stage (300°F).
- Remove from heat and pour onto a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Sprinkle chocolate chips on top and let sit for a few minutes.
- Spread melted chocolate evenly and top with nuts if desired.
- Let cool completely before breaking into pieces.
Notes
- Store in an airtight container.
- Use a candy thermometer for best results.
- Be cautious when working with hot sugar.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Candy
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: English Toffee, candy, dessert