Ingredients:
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans or almonds
- 1/4 cup toffee bits (Heath or similar)
Instructions:
- Prepare Baking Sheet: Line a 9×13-inch baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat and set it aside.
- Cook the Butter and Sugar:
- In a medium-sized saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Stir in the sugar and salt. Continue stirring constantly.
- Bring the mixture to a boil. Once it starts boiling, reduce the heat slightly and cook for about 10-12 minutes or until it turns a golden brown color. Keep stirring continuously to prevent burning.
- Add Vanilla Extract:
- Remove the saucepan from the heat.
- Stir in the vanilla extract. Be careful; it will bubble up when you add the vanilla. Continue stirring until it’s well combined.
- Pour onto Baking Sheet:
- Pour the toffee mixture onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Use a spatula to spread it out evenly. It will start to harden quickly, so work fast.
- Add Chocolate Chips:
- Immediately sprinkle the chocolate chips over the hot toffee.
- Let them sit for a minute to soften, and then spread the melted chocolate evenly over the toffee with a spatula.
- Add Toppings:
- Sprinkle the chopped pecans or almonds and toffee bits over the melted chocolate, gently pressing them in with the back of a spatula.
- Cool and Set:
- Allow the toffee to cool for about 2-3 hours at room temperature or until it hardens.
- Break into Pieces:
- Once the toffee has set, use your hands or the back of a knife to break it into bite-sized pieces.
- Serve:
- Enjoy your homemade “Better Than Anything” toffee. It’s a delightful treat for any occasion.
This toffee is sweet, crunchy, and irresistibly delicious. It makes a fantastic homemade gift or a sweet indulgence for yourself. Enjoy!