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Dark Chocolate Toffee Recipe

This DarkChocolate Toffee Recipe combines rich, buttery toffee with a glossy layer of dark chocolate, creating a deliciously crunchy and bittersweet treat. Finished with a sprinkle of sea salt, it’s the perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors in each satisfying bite.
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Keyword dark chocolate toffee
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Freezing Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings 32 pieces
Calories 239kcal
Author Sue Ringsdorf

Ingredients

  • 1 pound unsalted butter
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 2 Tablespoons white syrup
  • 4 Tablespoons water
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 16 oz. dark chocolate bars
  • shelled sunflower seeds
  • kosher salt

Instructions

  • Spread parchment paper on a large baking sheet.
  • Attach a candy thermometer to the side of a heavy duty deep saucepan. Make sure the bottom of the thermometer is NOT touching the bottom of the pan.
  • Place the butter in the pan and turn heat to medium heat. Then add the sugar, white syrup, water, and salt - and continue cooking on medium eat.
    1 pound unsalted butter, 2 cups granulated sugar, 2 Tablespoons white syrup, 4 Tablespoons water, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • Let the mixture cook, stirring occasionally, while the toffee mixture comes to a temperature of 305 degrees (Fahrenheit). This will take 25 minutes or so.
  • Watch the mixture very closely as the toffee cooks to avoid burning.
  • Carefully pour the toffee on the baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Then place pieces of the chocolate bars on top. Let it sit for a bit as it starts to melt. Then use a spatula to spread out evenly.
    16 oz. dark chocolate bars, shelled sunflower seeds, kosher salt
  • Place the pan in the freezer for 45 minutes. Then remove and use your hands to break it apart in pieces.

Notes

IMPORTANT: Attach the candy thermometer to the side of the pan so that the bottom of the thermometer does NOT touch the bottom of the pan. If it touches the pan, it will register incorrectly and will likely burn.
This toffee makes great holiday gifts. Place in tins and give!

Nutrition

Calories: 239kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 31mg | Sodium: 42mg | Potassium: 105mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 17g | Vitamin A: 360IU | Calcium: 14mg | Iron: 2mg