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Perfect Homemade Salted Caramel Toffee Bark

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A simple and delicious salted caramel toffee bark recipe perfect for holiday gifts, featuring a buttery toffee base topped with melted chocolate and flaky sea salt.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (225g) unsalted butter, preferably European-style
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons (30ml) light corn syrup (can substitute with honey)
  • 1 teaspoon fine sea salt, plus extra flaky sea salt for topping
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 8 ounces (225g) semisweet chocolate chips or chopped chocolate
  • Optional: ½ cup (60g) chopped toasted pecans or almonds

Instructions

  1. Line a 9×13 inch (23×33 cm) baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat and set aside.
  2. In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine unsalted butter, granulated sugar, light corn syrup, and fine sea salt. Stir gently over medium heat until the butter melts and sugar dissolves completely, about 5 minutes.
  3. Attach a candy thermometer to the pan without touching the bottom. Let the mixture boil, stirring occasionally but carefully, until it reaches 300°F (149°C), the hard crack stage, about 10-15 minutes.
  4. Remove the pan from heat immediately and stir in pure vanilla extract. Pour the hot toffee mixture onto the prepared baking sheet and spread evenly to about ¼-inch (6mm) thickness quickly before it sets.
  5. Let the toffee cool for about 5 minutes but do not let it harden completely. Sprinkle semisweet chocolate chips evenly over the top. Let sit for 2-3 minutes, then spread the melted chocolate into a smooth layer using an offset spatula.
  6. Sprinkle flaky sea salt generously over the warm chocolate and add chopped toasted nuts if desired.
  7. Allow the bark to cool completely at room temperature for 1-2 hours or refrigerate for 30 minutes to speed up setting.
  8. Once hardened, break the bark into irregular pieces and store in an airtight container, layering with parchment paper if stacking.

Notes

Use a candy thermometer for best results. Work quickly when spreading the hot toffee. Store in a cool, dry place for up to two weeks. For a dairy-free version, use vegan butter and dairy-free chocolate. Avoid salted butter to control saltiness. Optional nuts add texture but can be omitted for nut-free version.

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