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Homemade Toffee Bits Recipe

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Homemade Toffee Bits is a simple and delicious treat made by slowly cooking butter, brown sugar, and salt until it turns into a smooth, glossy golden toffee. This easy recipe yields crisp, buttery toffee pieces perfect for snacking or using as a sweet topping in desserts.

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Ingredients

  • 1 stick (113 grams) unsalted American butter
  • 1 cup (200 grams) light brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon fine sea salt

Instructions

  1. Prepare the pan: Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat to ensure easy pouring and cooling of the toffee later.
  2. Melt the butter: Place the butter in a small, heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium heat and allow it to melt gently. Avoid high heat to prevent the mixture from separating.
  3. Add sugar and salt: Once the butter is partially melted, stir in the brown sugar and salt. Whisk vigorously for 1 full minute until the mixture looks smooth and evenly combined, though the sugar will not be fully dissolved yet.
  4. Cook carefully: Keep the pan over medium heat and stir constantly, scraping the edges to prevent the sugar from sticking. The mixture will bubble, thicken, and resemble smooth, melted peanut butter. Do not leave unattended as toffee can burn quickly.
  5. Address separation if needed: If the butter and sugar mixture separates, remove from heat and whisk vigorously until smooth, then return to medium heat and continue stirring constantly to finish cooking.
  6. Check for doneness: Using a candy thermometer, cook until the temperature reaches 295°F-305°F (about 8-10 minutes). Without a thermometer, the toffee is ready when it is smooth and glossy, a deep golden-brown color, and emits a rich, toasty caramel aroma.
  7. Pour and spread: Immediately pour the hot toffee onto the prepared baking sheet and spread evenly with a spatula. Be cautious as the mixture is very hot. Allow to cool and harden for about 20 minutes.
  8. Break into pieces and store: After hardening, break the toffee into small bits using a mallet, rolling pin, or heavy object, or cut with a sharp knife. Store as desired.

Notes

  • If the toffee mixture separates, quickly removing it from heat and whisking helps bring it back together.
  • Constant stirring is essential to prevent burning and achieve the proper texture.
  • Use a candy thermometer for precise cooking, but don’t rely solely on time as stove heat can vary.
  • Toffee cools quickly and hardens at room temperature in about 20 minutes.

Keywords: toffee bits, homemade toffee, butter toffee, dessert topping, candy

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