Description
Toffee Brittle is a delightful homemade candy that combines buttery sweetness with a satisfying crunch. Perfect for sharing at gatherings or as a thoughtful gift, this easy recipe requires minimal ingredients and time. With each bite, you’ll experience a perfect balance of flavors that’s sure to impress friends and family alike. Get ready to indulge in this sweet treat that’s as enjoyable to make as it is to eat!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup light corn syrup
- 1/2 tsp fine sea salt
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup nuts (optional, pecans or almonds)
Instructions
- Prepare your workspace by clearing the kitchen and gathering all ingredients and tools (heavy-bottom saucepan and spatula).
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter until bubbly. Stir in granulated sugar and light corn syrup until well combined.
- Cook while stirring continuously for about 8-10 minutes until the mixture turns golden brown; watch closely to prevent burning.
- Remove from heat and quickly stir in salt and vanilla extract. If using nuts, fold them in now.
- Pour the hot mixture onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
- Allow to cool completely before breaking into pieces.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (20g)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg