Homemade Toffee Bits
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4.9
Homemade Toffee Bits
Description
The process starts by melting butter in a saucepan, then whisking in light brown sugar and fine salt. The mixture is cooked over medium heat, stirring constantly until it reaches the hard crack stage between 295 and 305°F, resulting in a thick, peanut butter-like melted mixture. If separation occurs, whisking off heat recombines it before returning to heat to finish cooking.
The hot toffee is poured onto a parchment-lined baking sheet and spread evenly to cool and harden. Once firm, it is cracked or cut into small bits suitable for toppings or mix-ins. These toffee bits add sweet, buttery crunch to recipes.
Storage in an airtight container preserves freshness for up to one week. Using European-style butter with higher butterfat may require adding a small amount of water during melting to ensure proper texture.
Ingredients
- 1 unsalted butter stick (113 grams), American
- 1 cup light brown sugar 200 grams
- 1 teaspoon salt fine
Instructions
- Line a small rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- In a heavy-bottomed small saucepan, begin melting the butter over medium heat. Add the sugar and salt to the partially melted butter and whisk vigorously for one minute until combined. Cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture looks like melted peanut butter and a candy thermometer reaches 295 to 305°F, about 10 minutes.
- If the mixture separates at all, remove from heat and whisk vigorously until recombined. Return to heat and continue cooking.
- Immediately and carefully pour the hot toffee onto the prepared baking pan, allowing it to spread into an even layer. Let cool and harden for about 20 minutes.
- Place the sheet of toffee on a cutting board or in a zip top bag. Use a mallet, rolling pin, or heavy object to crack it into small pieces. You can also cut into bits with a sharp serrated knife. Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
Notes
- If using European-style butter (82% butterfat or higher), add 1-2 tablespoons of water during melting to ensure smooth toffee texture.
- Store toffee bits in an airtight container for up to one week to maintain freshness and crunch.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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