English Toffee Recipe

November 20, 2012

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I've gone a little wild in the candy department since getting a candy thermometer. My husband told me I was trying to put him in a diabetic coma. I've rationalized making a lot of candy by saying I'm going to give it away to my neighbors. But by the time I'm putting a cute plate of treats together, half of the candy is missing! It just tastes too good! I love toffee and this English Toffee tastes like a delicious, Skor candy bar.

1 c. butter
1 c. sugar
3 Tbl. water
1/8 tsp. salt (omit if you use salted butter)
1 1/2 Tbl. light corn syrup
1 tsp. vanilla extract
3/4 c. chocolate chips
chopped nuts, opt.

Melt butter in a heavy-bottom sauce pan, over medium-low heat. Add the sugar, water and salt; stir well to incorporate. Bring to a boil and add the corn syrup. While stirring, use a wet pastry brush to wash...
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Nutritions

Calories
636

Sodium
52mg
2% DV

Fat
56g
87% DV

Protein
2g
4% DV

Carbs
29g
9% DV

Fiber
3g
13% DV