My daughter learned how to make this toffee in a homeschool coop class. It is very tasty, easy to make and makes a great homemade gift. January 8th is National English Toffee Day...another great excuse to make this tasty candy!
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 7 minutes
Ingredients:
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/2 cup butter or margarine (1 stick)
- 1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips
Preparation:
- Using a paper towel, spread butter on bottom and sides of a square 9" x 9" x 2" pan. Evenly spread the chopped pecans in the pan.
- Place sugar and butter in a heavy medium saucepan. Heat to boiling, stirring constantly. Boil over medium heat while stirring constantly for 7 minutes. (Adult supervision required.)
- Immediately pour and spread mixture evenly over nuts in pan. (Mixture is very hot, adult help is required.)
- Sprinkle chocolate chips over hot mixture and place a baking sheet over pan so the heat will melt the chocolate chips. After about a minute, spread the melted chocolate chips over candy.
- While candy is still hot, cut into 1 1/2 inch squares. Chill until firm and serve or package to give as a gift.
