Description
Indulge in the irresistible charm of homemade Toffee Brittle, a crunchy confection that combines sweet and salty flavors to create a delightful treat for any occasion. With just a handful of simple ingredients, this recipe is perfect for beginners and seasoned bakers alike. Whether you’re celebrating a special event or enjoying a quiet evening at home, Toffee Brittle is sure to satisfy your cravings. The buttery toffee paired with roasted sea salt peanuts and rich chocolate makes this candy a favorite among candy lovers. Plus, it’s versatile enough to serve as a gift, snack, or dessert topping.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup butter
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 2¼ cups roasted sea salt peanuts
- 1 bag semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Line a 9×13 cake pan with parchment paper and spread 2 cups of roasted sea salt peanuts evenly on the bottom.
- In a medium-sized pan, combine butter, sugar, and vanilla over medium heat until melted and simmering.
- Cook for 7 to 8 minutes until golden brown, stirring occasionally.
- Pour the caramel mixture over the layer of peanuts.
- Spread the hot toffee evenly with an offset spatula.
- Sprinkle chocolate chips over the hot toffee and let them melt for 2 to 3 minutes.
- Spread the melted chocolate across the toffee layer.
- Top with remaining chopped peanuts for added crunch.
- Allow to cool at room temperature for about 2 hours before refrigerating until firm.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (30g)
- Calories: 152
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg