Georgia’s Heavenly Melted Toffee

Indulge in this rich, buttery toffee, perfectly sweet with a satisfying crunch from nuts. It’s a delightful treat for holidays, gifts, or anytime you want a homemade sweet.

Ingredients:

• Unsalted butter – 1 cup
• Granulated sugar – 1 cup
• Salt – 1/4 teaspoon
• Water – 1/4 cup
• Pure vanilla extract – 1 teaspoon
• Semisweet chocolate chips – 1 cup
• Chopped pecans or almonds – 1/2 cup

Instructions:

1. Prep the Pan
   • Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
2. Cook the Toffee
   • In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter.
   • Stir in sugar, salt, and water until the sugar dissolves.
   • Bring to a boil, stirring constantly, and cook until the mixture reaches 300°F (hard crack stage).
   • Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
3. Assemble the Toffee
   • Pour the hot toffee onto the prepared baking sheet.
   • Sprinkle the chocolate chips evenly over the top and let them sit for 1–2 minutes to melt.
   • Spread the melted chocolate smoothly over the toffee.
   • Sprinkle the chopped nuts on top and gently press them into the chocolate.
4. Cool and Break
   • Allow the toffee to cool completely at room temperature.
   • Once set, break it into pieces.
   • Optional: sprinkle a pinch of sea salt over the chocolate for an extra layer of flavor.