Ingredients and Weight:
- Butter: 50 grams
- Dark chocolate: 200 grams (easily available in supermarkets in the United States)
- Light brown sugar: 1 cup
- Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon
- Sea salt: 1 pinch
- Almonds or other favorite nuts: 1 cup (chopped)
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 20 minutes
- Cooking Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- In a large saucepan, melt the butter over low heat.
- Add the brown sugar and stir until completely dissolved.
- Once the sugar is dissolved, add the dark chocolate and stir until fully melted and combined.
- Add the vanilla extract and sea salt and stir to combine.
- Finally, add the chopped almonds or your choice of nuts and stir until coated with the toffee mixture.
- Pour the mixture onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Allow the toffee to cool completely before breaking into pieces.
Nutritional Information:
(Based on provided ingredients)
- Calories: High (depending on the amount of chocolate and sugar used)
- Fat: High (from butter and chocolate)
- Carbohydrates: High (from sugar and chocolate)
- Protein: Moderate (from almonds or other nuts)
Dish Characteristics:
- This toffee has a rich, chocolatey flavor with a hint of vanilla.
- The texture is crispy on the outside and soft and chewy on the inside, hence the name "Melt in Your Mouth".
- It is a sweet treat that is perfect for sharing with friends and family.
User Comments:
- "This toffee is amazing! The texture is so good, it really melts in your mouth." - John Doe
- "I love the combination of chocolate and almonds in this toffee, it's so delicious." - Jane Smith
- "This is a great recipe for making toffee at home, it's not too difficult and the result is fantastic." - Michael Johnson
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be careful not to burn the sugar while melting it, as it can affect the taste of the toffee.
- Use a low heat setting while cooking to ensure even melting of the sugar and chocolate.
- If you want to add more variety, you can try using different types of nuts or even adding some caramelized popcorn.
