Description
Toffee Brittle is a deliciously easy treat that combines the rich flavors of buttery toffee, roasted peanuts, and smooth chocolate. With its delightful crunch and perfect balance of sweet and salty, this candy is ideal for sharing at parties, gifting during holidays, or simply indulging in as a sweet snack at home. The simple preparation process makes it accessible for cooks of all levels, ensuring you can whip up this crowd-pleaser in no time. Elevate your dessert game with this homemade Toffee Brittle that promises to satisfy your cravings and impress your guests.
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
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9×13 cake pan with parchment paper. Spread 2 cups of peanuts evenly across the bottom.
- In a medium-sized pan over medium heat, melt the butter, sugar, and vanilla together until bubbling. Stir occasionally for about 7-8 minutes until it reaches a caramel color.
- Carefully pour the hot toffee mixture over the peanuts and spread evenly with an offset spatula.
- Sprinkle chocolate chips over the warm toffee layer and let them melt for a few minutes before spreading them evenly.
- Top with chopped remaining peanuts, let cool at room temperature for about 2 hours, then refrigerate until firm before cutting into pieces.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (30g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg