CHOCOLATE TOFFEE

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Notes about the recipe: I'm always searching for the perfect crunchy toffee that's not sticking to your teeth once you bite into it, and I think I have it here! I serve this on my elaborate petit-four cart as one of 12 treats at the end of the very long meal at my restaurant Tru. I have recently discovered (and become totally addicted to) the marvelous Marcona almond, the favorite of Spanish chefs and tapas-lovers. I nibble them with wine before dinner; I add them to salads; I serve them with cheese; and I stick them into every dessert I can - sometimes all in one day! Marconas are tender and toasty, never hard and dry like some supermarket almonds: you can buy them online at www.tienda.com. This combination of almonds with crunchy toffee and bittersweet chocolate is fantastic. You'll be amazed that you made it - and so will any friends that you give it to. It makes a great holiday gift.

Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 1h25m

Yield 1 pound

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups sugar
1/3 cup water
3 tablespoons light corn syrup
12 ounces salted butter (3 sticks), cut into chunks
1/4 cup cocoa powder, preferably Droste or Valrhona
1 cup whole blanched almonds, preferably Marcona, toasted and roughly chopped
Equipment: Silicone baking mat; candy thermometer

Steps:

  • Line a sided sheet pan with a silicone baking mat, or oil it well with vegetable oil (or use a heavyweight nonstick sheet pan).
  • Pour the sugar into the center of a saucepan fitted with a candy thermometer. Pour the water around the edge of the pan and wait to allow the water to moisten the sugar. (You can draw a clean finger through the center of the pan to allow some water to seep in.) Add the corn syrup and bring to a boil. Add the butter and boil until the mixture reaches 300 degrees F.
  • Turn off the heat and whisk in the cocoa; then stir in the nuts. Quickly pour the mixture onto the center of the prepared pan and let it spread out - it may not reach the sides of the pan. Set aside to cool at room temperature until hard. Using your hands (I wear gloves to avoid fingerprints), pry the toffee out of the pan and break into large pieces. Store in an airtight container. The toffee will keep well for up to 2 weeks in an airtight container.

Olga Maxwell
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I've made this chocolate toffee several times now and it's always a hit. It's the perfect balance of sweet and salty.


Sara Tasnim
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This chocolate toffee is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can make it ahead of time and it's always a hit.


Kaka King
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I love making this chocolate toffee for parties. It's always a hit!


Savage Salvage Smithing
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This chocolate toffee is the perfect holiday treat. It's so festive and delicious.


hawei tab
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I've tried many chocolate toffee recipes, but this one is by far the best. It's so rich and flavorful.


Cllahi CR
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This chocolate toffee is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can make it ahead of time and it's always a hit.


abdullateef bankole
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I love the combination of chocolate and toffee in this recipe. It's the perfect sweet and salty treat.


Susan McEldowney
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This chocolate toffee is so rich and decadent, it's the perfect treat for any occasion.


Syed Hasnain Haider Kazmi
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I've made this chocolate toffee several times now and it's always a hit. It's the perfect balance of sweet and salty.


Syed Riyan
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This chocolate toffee is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can make it ahead of time and it's always a hit.


Bokacoda Bc
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I love making this chocolate toffee for parties. It's always a hit!


Mo Black
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This chocolate toffee is the perfect holiday treat. It's so festive and delicious.


Ninja DoN
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I've tried many chocolate toffee recipes, but this one is by far the best. It's so rich and flavorful.


Kevon Powell
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This chocolate toffee is so easy to make and it tastes amazing. I love that I can make it ahead of time and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Okendu precious
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I made this chocolate toffee for my husband's birthday and he loved it! It's the perfect sweet treat.


Suleman Surefullo
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This chocolate toffee is easy to make and so delicious. I love the combination of chocolate and toffee.


Mdshofik Das
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This recipe is a keeper! The chocolate toffee is so rich and decadent, and the toffee bits add a nice crunch. I will definitely be making this again.


AL INSHAF TV
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I've made this chocolate toffee several times now and it always turns out perfect. It's the perfect balance of sweet and salty.


Allan Jeremy
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This chocolate toffee was a hit at my last party! It's so easy to make and everyone loved it.