Description
Get ready to fall hard for this Better Than Anything Toffee—an easy recipe that’s crisp, buttery, and completely irresistible. It starts with a rich caramelized toffee layer, topped with silky melted chocolate and finished with chopped nuts and flaky sea salt. Whether you’re looking for quick dessert ideas, an edible holiday gift, or a sweet treat to impress guests, this easy recipe will satisfy every craving. Perfect for snacking, gifting, or making ahead, it checks all the boxes for fast treats and crowd-pleasing food ideas.
Ingredients
1 cup unsalted butter
1 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
1/2 cup chopped pecans or almonds
1/2 teaspoon flaky sea salt (optional)
Instructions
1. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. Set aside.
2. In a medium saucepan, melt butter and sugar over medium heat. Stir constantly as it bubbles.
3. Continue cooking and stirring until the mixture thickens and turns amber (about 10–15 minutes).
4. Remove from heat, stir in vanilla extract quickly, and pour the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet.
5. Spread the toffee evenly with a spatula.
6. Immediately sprinkle chocolate chips on top. Let them sit for a minute to melt.
7. Spread the melted chocolate into a smooth layer using a spatula.
8. Sprinkle with chopped nuts and flaky salt, if using.
9. Allow to cool at room temperature or in the fridge until fully set.
10. Break into pieces and enjoy!
Notes
Make sure to stir constantly while the toffee cooks to avoid burning.
Let the toffee cool completely before breaking for the cleanest edges and snap.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: toffee, easy dessert, homemade candy, edible gift, sweet snack