How To Make Toffee

[@AbbyS...]

The best way to clean out your pot after making toffee is to put water in it and bring the water up to a boil. All the toffee comes right off with no trouble.

[@SugarSpunRun]

Great tip! 😊

[@MasterZhao]

@@SugarSpunRun So I followed your instructions to the letter twice but my batch always comes out quite a bit darker than yours. Am I doing something wrong?

[@alexblaze8878]

No need to boil the water. Just fill pot with cold tap water and let sit for an hour....same result.

[@alexblaze8878]

Master Zhao ditto for me. It always gets to an-almost chocolate color by the time it reaches 300 F

[@sammyr.1284]

I was wondering thanks!

[@stevesearle9144]

I think I made toffee by accident the other day. I was trying to make some caramel for a pineapple upsidedown cake. The recipe called for brown sugar and butter. I melted it all together but wasn't sure how long to cook it and didn't even think of a thermometer. My wife said to cook it until it looked smooth and not grainy. I did that and about the time the graininess went away my mixture darkened. I poured it into my pan and it hardened up pretty quick. The cake turned out REALLY good with that toffee stuff on it. Now I kind of want to run with what I did and see what I can do with it.

[@snugglypotato3262]

You're of the few content creates who actually takes us through a detailed version of all the stages of a recipe. Really well explained and easy to follow. Thank you!

[@SugarSpunRun]

You're welcome! I'm glad you enjoyed the video. :)

[@lianas3593]

Wow! What a lovely presenter. You are an excellent teacher. You explained the recipe in logical step by step instructions. Thankyou.

[@SugarSpunRun]

You're welcome! Enjoy! :)

[@ashvafia]

Thank you so much! Toffee is really hard to find here and I really didn’t want to pay too much for it lol Absolutely enjoyed this!

[@SugarSpunRun]

You’re welcome! Thank you so much for the comment. Happy baking. 😊

[@ashvafia]

Sugar Spun Run I made it yesterday and I was worried I would ruin it but the toffee came out perfectly! My mom said it reminded her of her childhood ❤️

[@SugarSpunRun]

Yay! I’m glad you enjoyed it. 😊

[@amale2689]

Avafia heath bars are only a dollar

[@ashvafia]

A Male They’re not available in Puerto Rico and way too overpriced online.

[@stevemadere5170]

I'm not a cook and I tried it and came out great. Thanks for the recipe

[@SugarSpunRun]

You're welcome! I'm glad you enjoyed it! :)

[@paulanelson4759]

I had never made toffee before in my life. I followed your recipe and it came out perfect the first time thank you so much

[@SugarSpunRun]

So happy to hear that! Enjoy 😊

[@sitmengchue4077]

Covering with foil to melt choc is a great idea. Never made toffee before. Just cooked it n I am waiting for it to set. I put cashews because someone gave me a whole pack. I also used a bit of leftover white choc drops. Lets see how it turns out. Thank you for teaching us.

[@marcusnerios665]

Hey guys, so I tried making this yesterday, it was a complete disaster....just like most of you, the butter separate and burnt really fast. I had my temp way to high. I tried it again taking my time and it came out perfectly, I did stop it 5° before hard crack and added a teaspoon of baking soda with the vanilla. It came out soooo good. Take your time with this recipe, it's worth it!!!!

[@SugarSpunRun]

I'm glad it turned out for you the second time! Yes patience is key here. :)

[@jennifer.anguiano]

Hi! I signed up to your newsletter a couple of months ago because your recipes are SO good! I didn't know you had a KZbin channel as well! This is super! Thanks so much for this. I'm putting this toffee on my to do list this week. Looks delicious.

[@SugarSpunRun]

Thank you so much Jennifer! I am so glad you enjoy everything and I hope you LOVE the toffee. 😃

[@5ft18eh]

If ya dont have a candy thermometer.. watch the boilbubbles.. as they become bigger n slower.. dip ur wooden spoon.. drip into a bowl ice water n remove immedistly and when that tiny ball getts hard n brittle.. 300 dgrs And may i suggest roasting ur pecans for 8 mins b4 covering to bring out that real pecan flavour

[@SugarSpunRun]

Thanks for the tips! :)

[@Diana-gn8rp]

I never use a candy thermometer and mine has never failed. Just go by color. Once it turns the color of coffee with cream it’s done. Also if you chop your almonds super fine and mix in right before pouring it will taste exactly like a heath or Score bar.

[@jayjaay225]

Made this yesterday, super easy, super good - Thank you so much!

[@SugarSpunRun]

I’m so glad you enjoyed it so much! 😊

[@melissaandrews18]

If you don't have a candy thermometer you can use the ice method. That's the only way I've done it and it comes out great every time. All you do is fill a shallow dish with ice and when the mixture starts becoming a golden color, dip a whisk into the the pan and pull a bit out and drizzle a bit over the ice and let cool all the way (maybe a min.) pick it up and if it crunches like toffee you are done cooking. If it has the consistency of caramel just cook a bit longer ......this method works great for me and so so simple.

[@SugarSpunRun]

I have tried it and I can never get it just right without the thermometer, but I’ve always said candy making is an art and some people are just better at it than I am. I love candy but it can be so tricky.

[@melissaandrews18]

@@SugarSpunRun I'm probably just getting lucky!! LOLOL

[@SugarSpunRun]

Sometimes it’s better to be lucky than good, right? 😂😂

[@jandl9417]

Love this video, short but very clear instructions! Good job!!

[@SugarSpunRun]

Thank you! 😊

[@robertgraham5619]

It worked!! Video is so well done, didn't waste time telling more than is needed. Thank you! Thumbs up!

[@SugarSpunRun]

I'm so happy you think so! Thanks for watching 😊

[@MagicToaster90]

My toffee turned out great! Thank you so much for sharing! My new candy thermometer turned out to be defective, but your instructions were clear enough! Thank you :)

[@SugarSpunRun]

That’s awesome! I’m so glad you enjoyed it! 😊

[@theflavours6424]

Hey I'm from India ....... I tried it today and I'm now a great fan of urs !!😘🤩

[@lyon-bondyekratos-radah919]

I didn't know toffee was made the same as peanut brittle. Thank you for sharing.

[@SugarSpunRun]

Enjoy!

[@silentdiscretion2657]

I'll have to give this a shot. I don't have a candy thermometer, but I've made peanut brittle without one and it came out fine. Just had to time the color

[@SugarSpunRun]

I hope you love it! :)

[@grannygotcha9809]

You are a super instructor. Relaxed and easy going. Will buy the thermo and be back. I happen to live toffee more than lobster. Thanks.

[@SugarSpunRun]

Thank you! I hope you enjoy this one!

[@sethdarnell3457]

I just tried this recipe! Omg, so good! I will be making this all the time now.

[@SugarSpunRun]

I’m so glad you enjoyed it so much! 😊😊

[@karengriego4095]

3 batch failure 😞! The sugar and butter just don’t incorporate. Changed heat level, sugar to butter ratio, cook time (slightly). No luck. Using nonstick pot. Maybe switch to metal? Me home elevation is 5200’. Does that make a difference? Maybe need to get butter nearer to room temp and melt concurrently with sugar? Was slowly melting butter first then adding sugar. Such a chemistry project.

[@SugarSpunRun]

I'm so sorry this is happening. :( I do have some tips in my blog post to help trouble shoot, but candy can be tricky. Probably the best advice I can give you is use a lower heat. It can take a while but patience is really key here. I hope it turns out for you next time. :)

[@alaskangal1973]

I made this! It turned out FABULOUSLY! 🎄

[@SugarSpunRun]

Yay, that's great to hear! ❤️

[@ljre3397]

English toffee is my favorite candy. This recipe looks so simple I might be able to make it. I’m gonna give it a try.

[@SugarSpunRun]

You can do it! Let me know how it turns out for you 😊

[@robertott5074]

So? How did it turn out?

[@sayoneepatel2389]

This sounds so good!!🤤

[@SugarSpunRun]

Try it out it’s super addictive! 😃

[@angiesworld8038]

Thanks a lot for sharing. I'm gonna' try this recipe when I finally get to be on my own.

[@SugarSpunRun]

I hope you love it! 😊😊

[@superjeffstanton]

Short and Sweet.

[@bruhmoment-qr9dw]

Thank you! I am going to try this out with my family!

[@SugarSpunRun]

I hope everyone loves it! 😊

[@reemitchell1147]

Totally making this!!

[@sarahschroeder4739]

pastry brush tip- genius

[@madelinemeyer789]

OMG! I just made amazing toffee!

[@SugarSpunRun]

I’m so glad you enjoyed it! 😊

[@sofiakhalili9994]

You made this very easy!! Thank you

[@SugarSpunRun]

You're welcome!

[@SPEAKEASYAZ4895]

Great video, right to the point very well organized

[@SugarSpunRun]

Thank you! :)

[@user-tn2tm8zs6b]

I love your recipe! Thank you

[@SugarSpunRun]

You're welcome! 😊

[@patrickknight230]

My first batch came out delish! tyty

[@SugarSpunRun]

I’m so glad you enjoyed the toffee! 😊

[@gageiger]

Looks soooo good!! Question tho - why white sugar and not brown sugar? I have seen recipies that use brown sugar so I wonder why white vs brown? Thx - from my taste buds and thighs!!

[@SugarSpunRun]

I tested it both ways and just preferred the white sugar. It's also a bit more of a traditional method. :)

[@markoconnor7381]

Great video, clear concise short!

[@SugarSpunRun]

Thank you! 😊😊

[@kathybray7156]

Yummmy ❤😂

[@TheBigOne0305]

I'm looking forward to trying this out :)

[@SugarSpunRun]

I hope you love it!!

[@TheBigOne0305]

I'm happy to report that it was amazing. I posted some more details (including pictures) in the comments on the blog post.

[@SugarSpunRun]

Yay! Thanks for the feedback. I always love seeing photos. :)

[@kathyreece2042]

I absolutely love all your recipes. Not that I've tried them all but the way you present them is the best for me. Not only do you walk me through them. I also can print or follow your written instructions. My husband Loves them. We gather our 11 grandchildren After New Year for their Christmas gathering here. So I have a question, if I make several batches starting now of your butter toffee and peanut brittle and put in jars will they keep? Thankyou

[@SugarSpunRun]

Thank you so much Kathy--that's so nice to hear! Yes, both will keep for several weeks if stored in an airtight container in a cool, dry place. Enjoy! 🙂

[@kathyreece2042]

@@SugarSpunRun I have to say besides Thankyou, maybe I haven't seen all u -tubers you are Amazing. Have a Wonderful New Year

[@sandravalani359]

Excellent Presentation!!!👍I am makinG some today...so I appreciate all of your tipS!!!✌😇🌎🌹😍🌞

[@SugarSpunRun]

I hope you love it! :)

[@sandravalani359]

@@SugarSpunRun It was lottttS of fun to make and tasted 10/10!!!👍✌😇🌹🌞🌹☕☕☕

[@Dog_in_a_hat]

AMAZING. Works every time:)

[@SugarSpunRun]

I'm so glad everyone enjoyed it! :)

[@oriffel]

I get oil separation every time. Even if i cook it super slowly. :( It tastes fine, but there's soooo much oil it ends up making a smaller batch and i feel like i've failed.

[@angelicacieza8195]

Que rico 😋 me encantó 👍 muchas gracias por compartir la receta.

[@nanettehoehne5052]

Hi! Trying out the toffee now, so excited! So far so good :-) I was wondering if you have a recipe for or have made divinity? I know it's a tough candy to master my great grandmother made it and it's my grandmas favorite, I wanted to try and make it for her :-)

[@SugarSpunRun]

I hope you love the toffee! Unfortunately I don’t have a divinity candy, I do have a sea foam candy. They are similar but not exactly the same. 😔

[@nanettehoehne5052]

I think I'll give it a try! I just finished spreading the chocolate waiting for it to cool, I think it turned out great! Loving your channel ❤

[@myongdunkins2317]

Hi Merry Christmas 🙏🏻😇 thank you for your recipes peanut brittle, I love you tips. But I had problems with toffee, ☹️ failed three times I don’t know what I am doing wrong, please if you have any idea can you tell me. My failed one looks like this they get hard but looks like oily on the side n top, thank you for you recipes

[@SugarSpunRun]

Hmmm It may have been heated a little too quickly causing the butter to separate.

[@mrdre1019]

Amaaaaaaaazing thank you

[@elappo1824]

This video was great! I'm sure you'll have loads more subs in no time if you keep this up :D

[@SugarSpunRun]

Thank you so much! 😊

[@nylotisslaughter7385]

Thanks for sharing I thought that was going to be hard I kept saying there's no way I'm going to be able to make that but that was pretty easy thanks so much just saying

[@SugarSpunRun]

It's always an awesome feeling when you can make something like toffee! Give yourself a pat on the back because it can be tricky! :)

[@MrSamshy]

Thank you!

[@maxmcnamara8382]

Wait what, that's what toffee is, all butter and sugar?! God I need to put this down no wonder I gained a few 🥺

[@SugarSpunRun]

🤣 It's so good isn't it?!

[@gaittr]

Nice!

[@jimmywyatt4144]

Gonna make it today!

[@SugarSpunRun]

I hope you love it! ❤️

[@AamirKhan-vg5ep]

Soo amezing😁

[@SugarSpunRun]

Thank you! :)

[@attiyyabrown]

I can't wait to try this:)

[@SugarSpunRun]

I hope you love it! 😊

[@darbycarpenter3032]

I used a Teflon sauce pan to make this. When it started getting up to temperature it separated. Lots of liquid on the top and a butter sugar mixture on the bottom. Nothing I did would combine the two. I drained the liquid as best as I could and poured the toffee into a pan. It came out ok but I was disappointed. Do you think the Teflon sauce pan made it separate?

[@SugarSpunRun]

Hmmm I’m not sure if the pan would be the issue here. If it was a really cheap pan that could cause some issues. I think the most likely culprit is the toffee was heated too quickly. I hope that helps. 😊

[@j.p.9189]

@@SugarSpunRun Mine separated too. The heat was too high (no thermometer).

[@jazminjacob7033]

this toffee is perfect, except I had one problem. the butter. once my toffee cooled down, all the butter seemed to have separated or something so it made it really oily. the texture, taste and looks are all on point but when I grab it with my fingers and eat it, I always end up with oily fingers and it's not a good feeling. maybe reduce the amount of butter?

[@thuyduongluong6466]

That may because you stir the mixture too quickly

[@miwarrior060709]

jasmine I had better luck the second time by using less water. I don't know why

[@roadhuggerstrucking4981]

Margarine is not butter.

[@Bella329]

@@miwarrior060709 I used less water too but still had separation. i think its the mixing, too much or too little?

[@SugarSpunRun]

If you have separation, the toffee was probably heated a little too quickly. Candy can be pretty tricky sometimes. I hope this helps. 😊

[@Bella329]

I'm making this now. I'm praying it doesnt separate or come out graining. Fingers crossed. Aaaaand it separated. Damnit.

[@SugarSpunRun]

I’m so sorry that happened candy can be so tricky! Most of the time when it separates the heat was too high. I hope it works better next time. 😊

[@alicerunion]

@@SugarSpunRun I just tried making toffee recently and ran into the same issue. Thanks for the advice! I'm going to try reducing the heat the next time. :)

[@SugarSpunRun]

Good luck! 😊

[@daphnerodriguez9980]

THANKS YOU GOODNESS 🌟❤️🖤💚🤎 FAMILY DAPHNE COTTON ALWAYS 💜 AWESOME BEAUTIFUL ✨

[@annamossity8879]

Just an FYI, if you live in a very humid climate you’ll need to wait for a dry day. It doesn’t set up well in much humidity. Wait for a dry day. It’s still delicious but chewy done on a humid day.

[@SugarSpunRun]

Thanks for the tip!

[@jeff1967ist]

Will be giving this a try soon will let you know lol

[@SugarSpunRun]

I hope you love it!! 😊😊

[@m.fadelfallaha2828]

Thanks you How about a candy tofee Receip Thanks very much for your Kindness

[@BurgardRecords]

Duuuuuuuuudet Genius!

[@SugarSpunRun]

Thank you so much!! 😊

[@indianvlogerakitchentobeau8036]

Nice

[@arivlebarod4630]

Love It! 😊😍

[@SugarSpunRun]

Thank you so much! 😊😊

[@lisareaume3857]

I add 1 T. corn syrup to mine and then it doesn't crystalize!

[@Rock-rf2ff]

Is it ok if you put Nutella on your toffe then let it cool so it hardens

[@SugarSpunRun]

I don’t think the Nutella will harden here.

[@audie6348]

I like eating donuts. With toffee.

[@SugarSpunRun]

Yummmm

[@cadenlee4751]

I knew this was made a year ago but should I wait for the butter to melt and then gradually add the sugar bit by bit?

[@SugarSpunRun]

No you can add them all at the same time like I do in the video. :)

[@user-me1zx6rx8u]

Can i use a temper chocolate for this recipe or it will not stick in the toffee?, and can i mix brown sugar in?

[@luckyradjapono1331]

Can i use margarine instead of butter?

[@SugarSpunRun]

I’m honestly not sure how it would work. I haven’t tried it so it’s too hard to say. 😔 if you do try it let me know how it goes. 😊

[@cindyherzer4847]

You can also use salted butter instead of using non-salted butter then adding salt. I also use 2 TBS of light Karo syrup with the butter//sugar/water (I use only 2 TBS water) as insurance against the toffee crystalizing (going to sugar) and 1/4 tsp baking soda at the end with the vanilla. To avoid burning, stir continuously during the cooking process.

[@dae_lexi2914]

Is it normal to do it first try with out the candy thermometer?

[@SugarSpunRun]

It’s not advisable to do it without a thermometer. Some experienced candy makers can do it without a thermometer but it’s not easy.

[@hollyscott59]

I didn’t use one!

[@dab7271]

I want to try this! Is storing in the fridge an option? Will it keep for two weeks?

[@SugarSpunRun]

I think if it's stored in the refrigerator it will last 2 weeks. :)

[@dab7271]

Thank you! I made some two days ago for Easter, which is in less than a week! So will keep it in the fridge until then!

[@karendelacruz6358]

maam hope we can download it too for us to make it

[@TamaraInTanzania]

Yum

[@cantkeepasecret]

Hi! I’m having a bit of an issue with finishing the toffee out! It’s way too soft (it tastes like toffee but has the consistency of caramel)!! Am I leaving it on the stove for too long?

[@SugarSpunRun]

Without being there it’s hard to say. You may actually need it to warm a little bit more. Did you use a thermometer to check the temperature?

[@pjtange]

I had the same issue when making peanut brittle. If it doesn’t reach the 305 degree mark this will happen.

[@Rock-rf2ff]

how do i stop my toffee from separating, i’ve yet to stop my toffee from separating for 2 years now and i’ve tried almost every trick, including adding water, lowering heat, constantly stirring, however it seems no matter what my toffee magically separates once i get ready to pour

[@sammyr.1284]

I messed up I don’t have a candy thermometer so I went by the color and it’s not setting I figured I was taking my chances but thought I’d give it a try anyway. Time to invest in a candy thermometer

[@SugarSpunRun]

O no! Some people can do it without but I've never mastered it. At least a thermometer is relatively inexpensive. :)

[@annamossity8879]

I live in the tropics and learned a long time ago not to do it on a humid day! Never sets well on a humid day. Still delicious but chewy.

[@dalebranham5115]

When inserting the thermometer how do you know if it is the foam or the liquid?

[@SugarSpunRun]

Hi, Dale! I normally push my thermometer all the way to the bottom and then pull it up about halfway to make sure it’s squarely in the middle of the candy. 😃

[@dalebranham5115]

@@SugarSpunRun I'm so sorry. But halfway to what? I just finished a batch but the thermometer only read 260 and the toffee was burning. Trying to get my head around this stuff.

[@SugarSpunRun]

Halfway to the top of the batter. So if I have to push it down 2 inches to get to the bottom of the pan I’ll pull it up about an inch. It’s not an exact science just make sure it isn’t touching the bottom of the pan. 😃

[@dalebranham5115]

@@SugarSpunRun Thank you for your help. One last question, I hope. What size pot do you use to melt stuff?

[@SugarSpunRun]

I use between a 1.5-2 quart sized saucepan

[@fighter-yo3di]

Does this work with salted butter? I don’t think I have anything else

[@SugarSpunRun]

Yes you will just want to leave out the salt. 😊

[@lilianunez3565]

Love your video.short andgoog

[@joannab3887]

If I bring the temp above about 260 it begins to burn. I noticed that although you used a thermometer, we didn't see it actually reach 305....reading was off camera.

[@SugarSpunRun]

Hmm it sounds like your thermometer may be inaccurate if it’s burning at that temp

[@3kylajsmith]

I have that thermometer but it never worked properly. I think I got a dud, I should have gotten a replacement from Amazon.

[@SugarSpunRun]

Ugh! I have had that happen before. It's not fun.

[@anjbum]

I tried this recipe twice on the same day. Both times it separated. I was so very careful, and what I ended up with was a separated mess. I'm so sad, because I wanted to make this for a church potluck.

[@dalebranham5115]

I would like to ship some toffee across country without getting bloom once it arrives on the west coast (That happened at Christmas when shipping goodies). I am investigating tempering the chocolate. I would make the candy first and let it cool, then top with the tempered chocolate. So would there be an issue with the chocolate adhering to the candy?

[@SugarSpunRun]

Hmmm that’s tough. If you let the candy cool the chocolate may not adhere to it as well and you risk separation

[@chrisbaczynski2184]

Any tips on making the toffee more soft?recipe came out great but had a little trouble chewing because it was this a little hard. I've tasted soft toffee before / is it a temperature issue? thank you.

[@laurieclarkson9180]

On another channel someone said to add 2 Tbsp of Baking Soda to make it softer. I haven't tried it, but I like a softer toffee too. I guess it depends on how much you make. I can't find the video now to compare the amount of ingredients on that video vs this video. I want to try this recipe and maybe I'll try 1 Tbsp of the baking soda??? idk

[@revawoods4205]

If you add baking soda that makes it more like peanut brittle. ❤

[@kathleenlewis3915]

About the time it started turning yellow the butter started separating from the sugar. I kept stirring but it just got worse. Any tips. I stirred most of the time

[@SugarSpunRun]

Hmmm did it heat too fast? Did it ultimately come together?

[@veronicanailpolish7840]

What pan should I purchase?

[@SugarSpunRun]

I've added a link to a 9x9 in the description, but really any 9 x 9 pan will work. :)

[@JoannC830]

Mine separated. Ugh.

[@SugarSpunRun]

If the butter separated, the mixture was probably heated too quickly, or the humidity could cause it as well.

[@irislorikeet4287]

Why water and not corn syrup. Most recipes add corn syrup. What is the difference.

[@moaishh]

Hi! Thanks for sharing. How long does your toffee last for before going bad?

[@SugarSpunRun]

I have kept it for about a week at room temperature in an air tight container. If there is a lot of humidity the toffee may become a little bit chewy. :)

[@moaishh]

@@SugarSpunRun Thank you!

[@mjennalynn]

Some how the butter separated from the toffee. Any suggestions to make sure this doesn’t happen next time?

[@SugarSpunRun]

Make sure you’re using a heavy bottomed pot and don’t turn up the heat too high too fast, that’s the most likely culprit for this happening.

[@katiewebber7699]

Did you chill yours in the fridge?

[@hiimhato7750]

how many pieces of candy can this make???

[@SugarSpunRun]

It could make quite a few depending on how big or small you break the pieces into. :)

[@hiimhato7750]

@@SugarSpunRun that makes sense thanks for telling me

[@roybokelman4215]

I add bacon to my toffee

[@SugarSpunRun]

You can never go wrong with bacon!

[@AlexFroot]

Sounds good !

[@shanx7706]

I don’t have a candy thermometer

[@eyeonart6865]

That is okey, just stern till color looks like the color of peanut butter.

[@shanx7706]

@@eyeonart6865 awesome thank you!

[@SugarSpunRun]

Just be careful because going by eye can be tricky. Good luck! 😊

[@anjbum]

I made this twice today, following your instructions explicitly. It separated both times. I'm so sad.😢

[@cagedtigersteve]

I failed....off the grocery store to get some factory made toffee that I will try to make look home made before the party.

[@SugarSpunRun]

O no what happened? Toffee can be very tricky. I may be able to help troubleshoot.

[@ymehair]

made this twice, first time went to far with temp. Second time perfect then when putting in vanilla extract bam butter separated again. So done. Sick that I wasted 1 lb of butter. Total Bumber. :(

[@SugarSpunRun]

O no! I’m glad you were able to get it right though. 😊

[@iwilldanceintherain]

Why mine was looking perfect for 2 sec and it burnt immediately. 😭😭😭

[@SugarSpunRun]

I'm so sorry that happened! Was your heat turned up too high?