CONTEST-WINNING HAZELNUT TOFFEE

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This is one of my most-asked-for recipes. It's sweet and buttery with plenty of crunch. You could use dark, milk or even white chocolate and substitute almonds for the hazelnuts if you wish. -Joanne Simpson Portland, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 45m

Yield about 1-3/4 pounds.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 teaspoons plus 1 cup butter, divided
1 cup sugar
3 tablespoons water
1 tablespoon light corn syrup
1/3 cup chopped hazelnuts
TOPPING:
2 cups (12 ounces each) semisweet chocolate chips
1/2 cup finely chopped hazelnuts

Steps:

  • Line a 13-in. x 9-in. pan with foil; coat the foil with cooking spray and set aside. Butter the sides of a large heavy saucepan with 2 teaspoons butter. Cube remaining butter; place in pan. Add the sugar, water and corn syrup. Cook and stir until mixture turns golden brown and a candy thermometer reads 300° (hard crack stage)., Remove from the heat; stir in hazelnuts. Pour into prepared pan without scraping; spread evenly. Let stand at room temperature until cool, about 1 hour., In a microwave, melt chocolate chips; stir until smooth. Spread evenly over toffee. Sprinkle with hazelnuts, pressing down gently. Let stand for 1 hour. , Break into bite-sized pieces. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 229 calories, Fat 16g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 18mg cholesterol, Sodium 58mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (21g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

Ngeno Job
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This toffee is so easy to make and it turned out perfectly. I love the way the hazelnuts add a little bit of crunch. I will definitely be making this again.


Ruel Knight
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I followed the recipe exactly and the toffee turned out perfectly. It was a little tricky to get the toffee to the right consistency, but it was worth the effort. The toffee is so delicious and I can't wait to make it again.


Jose Chic
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This toffee is amazing! It's so rich and flavorful. I love the way the hazelnuts add a little bit of crunch. I will definitely be making this again.


Babar KhanR
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I've never made toffee before, but this recipe made it so easy. The toffee turned out perfectly and it was so delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Jamil Hadwan
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This toffee is absolutely delicious! I made it for my family and they loved it. It's the perfect treat for a special occasion.


Mcebisi Erro
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This toffee is so easy to make and it turned out perfectly. I love the way the hazelnuts add a little bit of crunch. I will definitely be making this again.


Lucas Lucas
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I'm not a huge fan of toffee, but this recipe changed my mind. The toffee is so smooth and creamy, and the hazelnut flavor is divine. I will definitely be making this again.


Randy Werner
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This toffee is amazing! It's so rich and flavorful. I love the combination of hazelnuts and toffee. I will definitely be making this again.


Denise Hutton
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I followed the recipe exactly and the toffee turned out perfectly. It was a little tricky to get the toffee to the right consistency, but it was worth the effort. The toffee is so delicious and I can't wait to make it again.


Nakayega Annet
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This is the best toffee I've ever had! The hazelnut flavor is amazing and the toffee is so smooth and creamy. I will definitely be making this again.


Sandra Lisey
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I've made this toffee several times now and it always turns out perfectly. It's a great recipe to have on hand for last-minute gifts or holiday gatherings. The toffee is always a crowd-pleaser.


EferG
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This toffee is absolutely divine! I made it for a holiday party and it was a huge hit. It's so easy to make and the results are impressive. The toffee is rich, buttery, and has the perfect amount of crunch. I highly recommend this recipe!