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Homemade Toffee Bits

Lisa Flinn
Easy homemade toffee bits are made with 4 simple ingredients that you may already have on-hand, and takes just 15 minutes to whip up. It's buttery, crunchy and irresistibly addicting. Use it in cookies, brownies, blondies, cakes, cheesecakes or as a snack!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Dessert, Snack
Cuisine American
Yields 1 ½ Cups

Equipment

  • Heavy-Bottomed Saucepan
  • Candy Thermometer
  • Silicone Spatula
  • baking sheet
  • Parchment Paper

INGREDIENTS

  • 1 Cup (200g) Light Brown Sugar
  • ½ Cup Unsalted Butter cubed
  • 1 Tablespoon Water
  • ¼ Teaspoon Fine Sea Salt

Instructions
 

  • Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper and set side. Have an offset spatula near by as well.
  • Add cubed butter, brown sugar, salt and water to a small heavy-bottom saucepan.
    1 Cup (200g) Light Brown Sugar
    ½ Cup Unsalted Butter
    1 Tablespoon Water
    ¼ Teaspoon Fine Sea Salt
  • Over medium-low heat, and using a silicone spatula or wooden spoon, stir until butter is melted and combined.
  • Clip a candy thermometer to the side of your pot if using. Continue cooking over medium-low heat and stirring often, cook until the mixture reaches 295 to 305ºF (146 to 151ºC). The mixture will boil vigorously and will become more smooth as it reaches the hard crack stage, about 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Turn the heat off and Immediately pour the toffee mixture onto your prepared baking sheet. Using an offset spatula or silicone spatula, quickly spread it as thin as you can.
  • Allow to cool for at least 20 minutes. Then using the back of a spoon, mallet or rolling pin, break into small pieces. Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place for up to 2 weeks. Enjoy!

Notes

Hard-Crack Test - If you don't have a thermometer, after 10 minutes of cooking the toffee, drizzle a bit into a cup or bowl of cold water. Fish the toffee out of the water and  break it in half. If it snaps, it's ready. If it has a soft consistency, cook it a little longer.
Storage - Store in an airtight container in a dry, cool place for up to 2 weeks. For prolonged storage, store in freezer bags and keep in the freezer for 2 to 3 months.
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