Double Dose English Toffee
Typical English toffee is topped with a flurry of chopped nuts, but for an extra boost of decadence, this Double Dose English Toffee was gilded with chopped Heath bars!
Double Dose English Toffee
English toffee is one of the most beloved confections that I share over the holidays. At the last minute I decided to whip up some for a Christmas luncheon with friends; and instead of topping with chopped pecans, I went another route and added Heath bar chunks for this Double Dose English Toffee.
Why didn’t I think of this before??? A double dose of toffee is a double dose of deliciousness….and my girlfriends agreed.
Tips for Making a Perfect English Toffee Recipe
This is the English toffee recipe I’ve been making for years. It took me many attempts over the years to find the right recipe, the right peak temperature, and the right technique. I have a few tips for making the perfect toffee on a previous post featuring the classic version.
- PRO-Tip: Unless you are a master candy maker, a candy thermometer is imperative. And this recipe takes some patience…don’t be tempted to crank up the heat at the end to hurry things along. Slow and steady is the key to success.
- PRO-Tip: Adding corn syrup prevents the sugar in the candy from recrystallizing, which will make your toffee gritty. Corn syrup has gotten a bad rap over the past few years, but it will save you a lot of angst when making toffee!
One friend gave me the ultimate compliment when a bowl of my toffee was passed around the after lunch. Her mom made toffee each year at the holidays…and mine was the only other toffee she’d tasted that rivaled her dear mother’s version. I think you’ll find it amazing, too.
You may need these supplies to make this English toffee recipe:
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Double Dose English Toffee Recipe
Classic English toffee kicked up a notch with a topping of chopped Heath bars
Ingredients
- 1 cup chopped Heath bars
- 1 cup butter
- 1 cup sugar
- 6 tablespoons light corn syrup
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 12 ounces milk chocolate, chopped
Instructions
- Cover large baking sheet with silpat or lightly grease with Pam.
- Cut butter into pieces and mix with sugar, corn syrup and water. Bring to boil over medium high heat, stirring until sugar is dissolved. Insert candy thermometer and allow to boil, stirring occasionally, until liquid turns amber and temperature reaches 290º. Remove from heat immediately and add vanilla. Stir to combine and pour onto prepared sheet. Use offset spatula to spread over surface.
- Allow to cool about a minute, then sprinkle with chocolate. Allow heat to melt chocolate, then smooth out with spatula. Sprinkle with Heath bar chunks and gently pat down so candy adhere to chocolate. Chill for 2 hours, then break into small pieces. Store in refrigerator.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
40Serving Size:
1 ounceAmount Per Serving: Calories: 140Total Fat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 17mgSodium: 60mgCarbohydrates: 16gFiber: 0gSugar: 15gProtein: 1g
47 Comments on “Double Dose English Toffee”
these look amazing. I love toffee and especially if it is double dose of toffee!
Oh, I could do a number on these! Toffee times Two = Awesomeness!
Double the yummyness! This toffee looks amazing and really like the chocolate on top. Yes candy thermometers can be your best friend, a must.
Candy making is not my forte. I can’t tell you how many times I’ve almost set the stove on fire when trying. Many…English Toffee is so yummy I would love to make it on my own. I guess I will just have to oogle yours for now though Liz. Thank you so much for sharing…
Oh my Liz, this would be very, very dangerous for me to have around the house…toffee and chocolate are my weakness! I’m tempted to put this on my list to make next Christmas, I really hope I remember to do it.
You have very fortunate girl friends! XOXO
Ah – I skipped making toffee this year, and now you are making me really sorry that I did – so yummy! This version looks amazing – thanks for the idea!
I love toffee! This looks so delicious.
Yay for toffee with chocolate! This looks like it would be so good with my coffee!
Those chocolate toffee are so rich and delish!
Oh you tease! I got up this morning and said, “okay, fun’s over, time to eat good things for my body for a while,” and you post this. How can I resist? I can start the day after tomorrow.
This looks delicious Liz, definitely saving! I’ve never made toffee before, I really need to make some asap!!
Yum! I love the addition of the chopped heath bars on this toffee!
Sounds delicious!
I love toffee 🙂 But this is a pretty sinful sweet treat 🙂
Dear Lizzy, I am such a chocolate LOVER these would not last to make it to the table to serve!
Blessings dear. Catherine xo
If I had to pick only one candy to be able to have for the rest of my life I would always say toffee. Now I’m thinking, it would be your toffee Liz, this looks sensational!
When in doubt, top toffee with toffee! Your toffee looks so delicious, Liz.
I never got to have any over Christmas so I’m going to pin this and make some soon. Toffee is my weakness!
Mmmm… Delicious! Pinning for later!
What? No more candy…it is after the holidays. LOL (Really, though, this looks delicious.)
We are digging out from 10+ inches of snow and if I had this in my house today it would be gone in a heartbeat! Very tempting Liz!