Description
Delight in these chewy toffee bites featuring rich caramelized sugar, buttery texture, and a luscious chocolate topping sprinkled with toasted pecans and flaky sea salt. Perfect as bite-sized treats for any occasion, these decadent morsels combine classic toffee sweetness with a satisfying crunch and a hint of saltiness.
Ingredients
Scale
Toffee Base
- 2 cups (400 g) granulated sugar
- 1 cup (2 sticks) cold unsalted butter, cubed
Toppings
- 1 cup mini semisweet chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup coarsely chopped toasted pecans
- Flaky sea salt, as needed
- 2 standard-size silicone ice cube molds (for shaping)
Instructions
- Caramelize the Sugar: In a medium Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot, evenly sprinkle 1/4 cup of granulated sugar over medium-high heat. Cook, stirring occasionally, until it melts into a deep amber brown caramel, about 1 minute. Repeat by adding the remaining sugar 1/4 cup at a time, allowing each portion to melt fully before adding more. Use an instant-read candy thermometer to ensure the mixture reaches 275° to 280°F.
- Add Butter: Remove the pot from heat and whisk in the cold cubed butter, two cubes at a time, ensuring each is fully melted and incorporated before adding the next, creating a smooth, glossy toffee base.
- Portion the Toffee: Carefully divide the hot toffee mixture among the 30 compartments of the silicone ice cube molds, filling each with about 1 tablespoon of toffee.
- Top with Chocolate: Sprinkle about 2 teaspoons of mini semisweet chocolate chips evenly over each toffee bite. Let the chips sit for approximately 2 minutes so they melt gently from the residual heat of the toffee.
- Spread Chocolate and Add Nuts: Use the back of a 1/2 teaspoon measuring spoon to spread the melted chocolate evenly in a smooth layer over each piece. Immediately sprinkle with coarsely chopped toasted pecans and a pinch of flaky sea salt for enhanced flavor and texture.
- Chill and Set: Place the molds in the refrigerator and chill for at least 30 minutes, or up to 1 hour, until the toffee bites have fully set and hardened. Remove from molds and serve or store in an airtight container.
Notes
- Use a candy thermometer to monitor precise temperature for perfect toffee texture.
- Be cautious when handling hot sugar toffee to prevent burns.
- Silicone ice cube molds make it easier to release the toffee bites once set.
- Toasted pecans add a wonderful crunch; alternatively, use walnuts or almonds.
- Store toffee bites in an airtight container at room temperature or refrigerated to prolong freshness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: chewy toffee bites, homemade toffee, chocolate toffee, easy toffee recipe, nutty toffee treats, holiday candy
