Description
Salted Dark Chocolate Almond Toffee is a heavenly confection that expertly marries the deep flavors of dark chocolate with the crunch of roasted almonds. This decadent treat is perfect for holiday gifting, special occasions, or simply enjoying as a personal indulgence. With its rich, buttery texture and a sprinkle of sea salt on top, this toffee is sure to satisfy your sweet cravings. The recipe is simple enough for beginners while providing ample opportunities for customization, allowing you to experiment with different nuts or add unique flavors. Create this luxurious delight and impress your friends and family with a homemade gift they’ll cherish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups whole unsalted almonds
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon light corn syrup
- 8 ounces dark chocolate
- Coarse sea salt for topping
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 300°F (149°C) and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Toast the almonds in the oven for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Prepare a jelly roll pan lined with parchment paper or silicone mat.
- In a heavy-duty saucepan, melt butter over medium heat, then add water, sugar, salt, and corn syrup; stir until dissolved.
- Bring the mixture to a boil without stirring until it reaches 235°F (113°C), then add the toasted almonds.
- Cook until reaching 290°F (143°C), then pour into the prepared pan.
- Layer melted dark chocolate on top and sprinkle remaining almonds; refrigerate until set.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (28g)
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg