Description
Indulge in the rich, buttery sweetness of this irresistible Butter Toffee Cashew Crunch. With a perfect balance of crunchy cashews, smooth toffee, and optional chocolate topping, this treat is sure to satisfy any sweet tooth.
Ingredients
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Ingredients:
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon light corn syrup
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 and 1/2 cups roasted salted cashews, coarsely chopped
- 1 cup semi-sweet or milk chocolate chips (optional, for topping)
Instructions
- Prepare the Toffee: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a saucepan, combine butter, sugar, salt, corn syrup, and water. Stir until boiling.
- Cook the Toffee: Attach a candy thermometer and cook to 300°F. Remove from heat, stir in vanilla and cashews.
- Spread and Cool: Pour mixture onto the baking sheet, spread, top with remaining cashews. Add chocolate if desired. Let cool.
- Finish: Break into pieces once set and store in an airtight container.
Notes
- Stir frequently to prevent burning.
- Do not leave unattended.
- For extra flair, add white chocolate drizzle or sea salt.
- Store in a sealed container for up to 2 weeks.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Snack
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
