How to Make Toffee | My Favorite Holiday Treat!

Rich, buttery toffee has wonderful notes of deep caramel that pairs perfectly with crunchy pecans and chocolate. This easy to make candy takes less than 30 minutes and is perfect for holiday gifts and parties as well as year round snacking.
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[@prestonorr2936]

You remember the old jif peanut butter commercial where they spread a knife over the peanuts and it turns into peanut butter? That's what the chocolate chips reminded me of.

[@No-xh2cs]

Damn that's a core memory

[@treena2158]

This is such a forgiving recipe. I’ve made it 6 times so far (double batches) and perfect every time. I pour it onto cookie sheet and it sets really well . Highly highly recommend

[@andysakahe2306]

Hi, I would like to know if did you use a thermometer?

[@joey.3200]

@@andysakahe2306 I made two batches yesterday (one with almonds and one with pecans) and I did use a thermometer.

[@Dee-ur1hk]

@@joey.3200 Hi thanks you for commenting. I am wondering i doing a double batch works

[@joey.3200]

@@Dee-ur1hk I have someone who gets canker sores from pecans and walnuts so I made my batches separate. I think a double batch would work alright if you had a pan that was roughly twice the size (so that the layers are about the same thickness here).

[@Dee-ur1hk]

@@joey.3200 okay thanks you!

[@carleecash241S8]

"listen to the bubbles" perfect direction for someone who cooks by feel! Thank you!

[@tomvalveede6808]

My brother in law makes toffee for the men at his Fire station and for us each Christmas. His toffee is always thin and easy to bite into because of an "Accident" at the firehouse. He unknowingly put the cookie sheet on the stove with a low fire going. When he poured the toffee and began to spread it, he noticed that it wasn't setting up Fast as normal. Then he feels the heat from the cookie sheet! Once it cooled it set up great. But, it was much thinner! Today, he places the cookie sheet in a low oven to preheat it -- Perfect Toffee Everytime! ♥️😋😋😋 Give it a try sometime! Thanks for your Wonderful Videos! You are Amazing! 😃👍♥️🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🍀🍀🍀

[@4integrity]

I have made toffee for 50 years. I take it out of the pan while still pliable, using the parchment tabs, place it on a flat surface and use a pizza cutter to make pretty squares and then let it cool. Took me 30 years to think of that! Gosh, the toffee gifts I gave are countless but always appreciated.

[@4integrity]

@@lagunagrl2687 Chocolate chips need to be at room temperature. Don't pour the toffee too thin and sprinkle chips on about 30 sec after pouring. :-)

[@4integrity]

@@lagunagrl2687 A few seconds in the microwave or stove top will always work too. Its just easiest to top chips on hot toffee to melt. Last suggestion :-)

[@ttee6990]

@@lagunagrl2687 were you successful? im wondering.

[@lagunagrl2687]

@@ttee6990 No, not yet.:( I might try it again today. This will be the fourth batch, but no success with the chocolate chips melting enough to spread. I just can’t figure out what I could be doing wrong. Probably best to just melt the chips and pour on top.

[@Tristan0712]

@@lagunagrl2687 What about trying better quality chocolate, it melts better than cheaper brands.

[@siobhandoherty2012]

Made this yesterday. It’s amazing. And he is right. It’s WAY better then store bought. Sooooo worth the time and effort … 15 mins start to finish at home.

[@yvonnerahmes9618]

I sent my husband this video (as well as a 3 layer bar recipe of yours) last week, and oh boy! He had me buy a special pan from Amazon for them both. He's 72 (veterinarian still working) and loves to cook (we've been married 47yrs). Then he was looking through your videos and was exclaiming about so many of your recipes, I finally bought your hard bound cook book for him on Amazon! He is the best cook between us, and will be making many of your good recipes yippee! I have rarely seen him so interested in a cook on YT, I wanted you to know we are enjoying your videos and getting ready to cook many of them. Hoping you had a very merry Christmas, and will follow with a wonderful New Year! You've given us much JOY!!! :)

[@C.C-os1cz]

I want to thank you. Unknowingly I was cooking with cheap pots. I heard your advice today and I was preparing red Mexican rice which I never get right and I have to go buy at the store.. I thought of what you said and for the first time, I actually made perfectly red rice. You are right about investing in good pots

[@sweetcreamsdairygoats]

Made this for my first time ever making toffee. It came out exactly like the one John did. This is a keeper. Everyone loved it, my husband most of all. Thank you so much!!

[@carolinekinney2364]

I just watched 2 short videos for this recipe. They were only 2 ingredients. My third batch I made after watching this video and it is great. The first one along with the second got thrown away. Quicker isn’t always the best or easiest! I can’t thank you enough. This is for Christmas in a few days and I know now to always go to your videos first. Ty

[@meganfedds]

Western Australian here. May I just say thank you for putting things in grams and mls! It makes the recipe so much easier to follow for anyone outside of the USA! Will definitely be making this!

[@grandma460]

And helps us all refresh on metric system ;) Greetings from Oregon. :)

[@heathersaker8481]

I'm from Canada and I still use cups, tsp, tbsp, etc.

[@paulameads1207]

I made this recipe for Christmas gifts this past year. Everyone said it was the best toffee they ever had. I’m no baker or even a dessert maker. It was the first toffee I’d made and it was a complete success. Totally recommend and a big thumbs up 👍

[@martid9694]

I failed at toffee years ago and haven't tried making this again until I saw your video and it turned out perfectly! You explain things so well! Thank you!

[@edithmeagher8509]

I make this every year around Christmas time. Although I’ve never added water and after so many years I don’t use a thermometer either. There is a certain “look” to the toffee that you just know when it’s done. I’ve also tried adding vanilla but have never had a noticeable taste difference without it. I also pour the toffee out on a pizza pan or cookie sheet just to let it spread in its own. My son has been helping me make these for years and make a great gift for neighbors and friends ! Love how simple it is 😊

[@meganfenton4189]

This guy is just so cute, and geeky about food!

[@rosanneclouston9847]

I found this video two days ago. I made a batch yesterday. I will probably make more before Christmas, this just became my favorite Christmas candy to make.

[@kirnpu]

That chocolate melting tip was worth this entire video. Off to make this now - thanks!!!

[@Simplycomfortfood]

Merry Christmas John. Love your channel! My wife and I made your toffee recipe tonight. We have been baking and making candy together for as long as we have been married (42 years) and we have never tried English Toffee. Well it turned out perfect. Just on thing we would change, a large pan so it isn't so thick. But it is so melt in your mouth. We appreciate you sharing it

[@janholman6192]

I agree , it is a little too thick, so I use a cookie sheet to get the right thickness (a little on the thin side) for me. This English toffee is also sold as a "Heath Bar" in the stores, but I haven't seen it sold in years.

[@duyagetme]

A 1970!'s Betty Crocker cookbook staple. Love!

[@janewhite2179]

This was so fun and easy! I made two batches this year- one for an office party and one for my family. They were well received by everyone!

[@Karen822]

I'm making this with a layer of mini pretzel twists on the bottom instead of pecans!

[@danieleugene5639]

Hi Karen

[@milenaingram23]

@@danieleugene5639 hi daniel

[@Lois2019]

I made this recipe last night. It is super easy, tastes soooo good. I'll definitely be adding this to my cookie trays this Christmas!! Thank you so much!

[@ricknolte6846]

Whenever I think of working with sugar, I picture hot lava in a ruined pan. But this worked out exactly the way you said, and I was so excited to try it. This, your chocolate fudge and also the peanut butter fudge made up my candy plate for the New Year's dinner. Everyone was quite impressed. Thank you for making me look so good!

[@wendyrodriguez5375]

Is the trick to Mel other butter low and slow so that it does not separate ❓❓🤔

[@IrisLilly]

If you soak the pan in the hard sugar overnight, it works just fine.

[@AstroMoonGoddess]

I literally just made toffee today for my mom for Christmas. It’s her favorite. I made mine in a 9x13 inch pan to have a thinner layer of toffee and used finely chopped almonds on top with milk chocolate chips. I want to make yours now! Yum! 💚❤️💚❤️

[@lennybuttz2162]

YES! A 9x13 pan would be perfect, his toffee was way too thick. It's supposed to be thin and crisp so it doesn't break teeth and loosen fillings.

[@scottwiley8547]

This would be the perfect addition to my nightstand.....Yum.

[@michelemurphy3541]

Beautiful. Just wrote it in my book of stuff to do with caption underneath to say, excellent gift idea…gift all ingredients, really nice pot, wooden spoon, candy thermometer ❤. Stoked to make this! Thank you!

[@kathleenellison6869]

Oh man I could just watch you cook In that great kitchen all day long. But I must say I just finished making the best toffee ever.And it is. Your video is perfect , instructive and encouraging. I hope the toffee makes it to the Thanksgiving dessert tray. Can’t stop sampling.

[@petemantx7463]

Finding your recipe for toffee was a Godsend for me as I love toffee and this recipe is extremely easy, quick, and delicious. I think I will be giving out toffee to a few close friends this Christmas. They will be delighted. Thanks a million!!

[@ARTCakeCreations]

I made this for my husband's work party and everyone loved it! We topped our with crushed butterfingers and pecans. So yummy!

[@applesushi]

I made this a couple of week ago and I'm about to make it again. So easy and ridiculously addictive to everyone that's tried it.

[@biancavautier1495]

I am an Aussie! And this was AMAZING! I really appreciate your videos as it’s easier to follow along than reading a recipe! Thank you :)

[@agnes6179]

I made this for work and it was so good. It really melts in your mouth. I can’t believe how good it is. Thank you. ❤️

[@deborahmurphy8807]

LOVE your teaching methods, love you, John! Thanks for your wonderful videos. ☺ 🙏🕊❤🌲

[@Simonpetunia]

I have made this three times over the holiday as candy gifts! I also made your pumpkin pie which was delicious!! (no soggy bottom) ;) This recipe is so classy, delicious, and perfect. Your instructions are super easy to follow and things happen the way you say they will. 👏I feel successful! Every time I make one of your recipes I grow in confidence because I know my culinary quest will be successful, sophisticated and deeply yummy.😍You make me love preparing food and yes, I already have your preppy kitchen cookbook! Stunning, stunning stunning!!! please keep teaching how to make food with the love, care, respect and artistry the craft deserves. cooking with you makes life better! Thank you! Kimberly❤️👏

[@darthresch952]

I love how you describe the processes. Not only does it make you hungry, but it helps in the instruction so much.

[@krlady4703]

I love this recipe!! This is the second year I’ve made it! So easy and SO DELICIOUS!!!

[@crozea1]

Made this over the weekend AMAZING - super easy and my husband loved it. Merry Christmas to all

[@YoAuntyMihkoh]

Thank you! Made today for the first time. I’m on a very tight budget and used crackers ( just like breckel) but chopped coarsely. It came out lovely. The salt in the caramel is a must ❤🎉

[@shannonthayer2276]

Oh my goodness! What an easy recipe with great visual instructions! It turned out perfect. Can't wait to make it again. Never thought that I could make this. THANK YOU!

[@meirjones8448]

I just made my first batch of toffee!!!! OMG! So delicious and the chocolate morsel tip blew me away. Genius!!

[@marcuslim4886]

Wow I just made this.. Was going to bring it to work to share but I'm almost tempted to keep it all to myself. So delicious and easy to make! Thanks for sharing.

[@Ashlovexo]

Thank you for this recipe. I’m making it Christmas 2023 😍😍😍 just made a sample rn excited to see what it’s gonna turn out like

[@holasarrita]

I cooked a batch to 285° (soft crack) today for Christmas treats. I have made a batch before that were closer to hard crack and I honestly like both stages for toffee!

[@Skipperoonie2]

Thankyou for this easy yet super tasty recipe. This video appeared in my feed for some random reason, and I’m so happy it did! I made it today with my daughter and it’s sooooooo good! I will be adding this to my Christmas recipe file to make every year!

[@markamonett3122]

Love the trick of spreading the chocolate chips on the warm toffee! It saves a full step! Loving the cookbook too! Oh those Orange Pecan Cinnamon Rolls!❤

[@allaboutthatwifeandmomlife]

I made this and it reminded me of the candy Almond Roca. It’s soooo good. Another amazing recipe ❤

[@goblinlibrary280]

I used to have to make caramel all the time at work. That water trick would have saved me so many headaches! I can’t wait to make this.

[@deeco2544]

You are absolutely the best!!!! I love how you talk us through a recipe with such a calming and fun voice!! Thank you for sharing your recipes. YOU ARE GREAT

[@dawnredline]

My favorite! And it's so cheap to make when buy it made it store it's a pretty penny! Thank you so much this is perfect for the holidays and I will be making it tomorrow!

[@artiejohnson703]

English toffee is my favorite Christmas candy. Can’t wait to try your recipe.

[@cynthiasheats3993]

Omg!! I am so glad I found your version. I tried 6 other batches using versions from two other sources and all of them failed! I am a descent baker so it was killing me that I couldn’t get it. So the next morning I tried yours and it looked like it was perfect. I let it set up while I was at work and I cut it up when I got home. PERFECTION!! It is perfect and delicious! Thank you thank you!!!

[@joycerodriguez6837]

Wow, just made this recipe and it came out exactly as you described it - so easy and so beautiful. The chocolate has incredible shine. Thank you, thank you!!!!

[@MariaHernandez-nk2ri]

How about a peanut brittle recipe! Love your show❤️ thanks!

[@mothertwinkles4198]

He has one.

[@karenjane5218]

Tried this today for the first time. It is Crazy Good!! Thank you for your great instruction. Such a great recipe... will definitely be making this for Christmas this year!!

[@millennial4840]

I'm going to make this today..hope mine comes out good. Did you use a candy thermometer?

[@karenjane5218]

@@millennial4840 .. I did use a candy thermometer. The only thing I did differently was a 9x13 pan. I wanted my candy thinner..like a Heath bar.. It came out perfectly 🥰

[@millennial4840]

@@karenjane5218 Thanks for responding 😊

[@wilbursabastiansasmallbist9170]

I used to have the news on in the morning as i get ready for work, now that ive discovered your channel, its been 2 weeks of you first thing in the morning, brightening up my day! Love this recipe... thanks for giving metric measurements! Much appreciated from Canada!

[@joannepeyton1654]

I made these to give as gifts for Christmas. They were amazing! I did not have a candy thermometer, but I watched how his looked when he pulled it. Texture was perfect. Can’t wait to make another batch. 💜😎🇺🇸

[@PurpleRM1]

I gotta do this for Christmas for sure! Thank you so much! You are the best.

[@AngelWingzzz]

Thank you! This reminds me of my late Mums homemade toffee ❤️

[@carolynworthington8996]

Me too! ❤

[@MAG1256]

I made this yesterday, and holy moly is it ever GOOD! And the recipe is super straight forward, as promised. ❤

[@lindamcrae4197]

Love all your recipes,thanks for sharing.

[@CatsPajamas23]

Family favorite! I used to watch my neighbors make this, (yep. I was one of 'the neighbor's kids') They gave me the recipe so I started making it everyone I know LOVES it. The only difference is that there's no water in the recipe. So easy and so unbelievably good.(You had me at"buttery islands floating..." )🤗 Thanks for this excellent recipe.

[@ainarandriarimanana7422]

This makes me happy for no reason

[@jamiescott5461]

You always make my day. Your enthusiasm, smiles, laughter can cheer up the worst of days. ❤️🌈

[@chrisandaliciabracey2223]

Same!!! I love it when you can hear his family in the background 🙌🏻

[@jamiescott5461]

@@chrisandaliciabracey2223 Right, the bitter batter of little feet, the laughter, even Brian’s sarcastic remarks love it

[@FemmeFatalee]

Omg yessss!!!! 💖

[@julietteextraterrestrialsi1604]

@Jamie Scott 💗So very true. John & Co and that includes the food of course is my go to therapy. I absolutely Love the Holidays. And this new ‘tradition’ has added a Wonderful new touch 🥰🎁 Sincerely J. The “extraterrestrials “ was added by looney hackers, UG.

[@lindasnarr2182]

You are a delight to learn from! Whenever I need a tip on an old recipe or a new one- you're who I go to. Can't wait to make my toffee! 🥰

[@lisabafundo4355]

I make this every year for Christmas, it's easy to make and everybody loves it

[@MissLizzyP1]

I make this toffee every Christmas to give away as gifts, but I didn't know about that chocolate melting shortcut. I'll try that technique this week when I make it. Thankyou... from Melbourne, Australia 🇦🇺

[@raniapretorius139]

Hey Preppy I’ve never made toffee but your guided recipe makes me want to give it a go …greetings from Brisbane Australia Happy Holidays 🎅🏻

[@Marie-of6fp]

Toffee is my all time favorite candy of all time!!! I need to try this. Thank you!

[@sharonevans1568]

My favorite also! So much for losing weight, too easy and yummy! 😂 I just made it, hard part is waiting for it to cool! 😂

[@jaimieorfanos4684]

Thank you for the clear presentation and your upbeat attitude!!

[@joyofcooking6117]

John is doing a great job at preparing flavorsome dishes. The preparation and presentation of this wonderful holiday treat was just superb.

[@shelleylynch9708]

I love and follow both of you for all your recipes! I make your cranberry pistachio shortbread cookies for the holidays (actually all year around) and they are an absolute family favorite!! ❤️

[@angelabridges2760]

I really appreciate that you weigh your ingredients & cook from scratch - no packets of this & that that we can't source. This means that we can make your recipes in Australia without any problems. Thank you.

[@nancywells7410]

I've always been hesitant to attempt toffee, but your recipe and wonderfully specific video instructions made it easy and soooo delicious. Thank you!!!

[@mattsworlddiy]

UGH! I need to make this. Looks so delicious!

[@sallykoch3681]

I don't like to bake, when I have to, you're my go to guy. Thanks!

[@billieeldridge1738]

Omg John your killing me with your scrumdiddlyumptious recipes! I've GOTTA make this by tomorrow! I ❤️ your channel big fan here!

[@barbarahodges8835]

Yummy! I will try this candy recipe today. Thank you so much!!!!

[@hlynn2008]

Looks delicious and you made it look oh so easy!!! Love the addition of pecans as well! ❤️

[@hlynn2008]

Made this today! It came out perfect - followed the instructions to a T. The texture is awesome. The toasted pecans really do add a lot to the recipe. I think I have a new 'must make' item for my Christmas treat list! 😋❤️👍 Y'all gotta try this! YUM!!!!

[@lisareardon8168]

Thank you so much for sharing this wonderful candy. It is my absolute favorite kind. You explained that so well that I who have 2 TBIs could actually feel comfortable with trying it out and hopefully it will work for me. Thank you again 💓 💖 💗

[@Cherokee89]

Why did i read this as "I that have 2 Tablespoons ...." Lol 🤦

[@Cherish_lynn]

Thank you so much!! Ive always wanted to make this and finally felt confident to make it after your video!! I made 2 batches!! Yay!

[@poopoo1248]

Wow! 👏 👏 👏. So good!

[@Lollylolly7765]

You have now taught me how to make my favourite chocolates. This could be so dangerous 🥵

[@kica4396]

IKR

[@lennybuttz2162]

This is a recipe for toffee, not chocolates.

[@jerrymoore838]

My thighs are terrified lol

[@jamesmatthews304]

@@kica4396 chewy toffee verses brittle toffee

[@dinkypoo92mkm]

I'm looking at this at 12am and my mouth is literally watering. Omg!! This looks so bomb. Definitely trying this recipe out soon. Thanks so much. I love all your recipes. (Made your sugar cookie recipe and the royal icing with the corn syrup recipe recently and everyone loved it so much🤗) You're amazing I appreciate this channel so much.

[@toniam.2080]

What a fantastic recipe! Thank you!

[@janebeville7446]

I love toffee! Thanks for this recipe!

[@salinahall3614]

Thank you so much for this recipe! Made it last night and it came out so good!!!

[@discgolfcasaus]

I was gonna go buy stuff like this as Christmas gifts, but now I'm gonna try to make it!

[@patriciagraves8824]

Where did you get the chopping board?

[@rdpj7791]

Seriously love your enthusiasm for cooking! Chose your recipe over all the others I watched, because of your detailed tutorial with tips. TFS John!

[@jeannet7443]

Homemade candy makes such a wonderful gift, especially for the holidays. This looks wonderful!

[@daisyflowers4692]

My favorite Christmas toffee! Thank you John.

[@ZZ_The_Boxing_Cat]

I have everything to make this toffee…I don’t have to leave home. lol I print all your recipes-…I’m getting quite a collection of YUM! 🎄☃️🎁🎅❄️🎄☃️

[@sherriehaynes8811]

Oh my gosh, I'm making this recipe as soon as I go to the store! Thank you so much, this is amazing!!

[@scotnick59]

So bloomin' yumbersome!

[@kristenmicula9337]

It’s so satisfying watching the chocolate spread 😋

[@Michellee970]

My grandma has been making toffee every Christmas for more than 70 years. She makes big baking sheets of it, about 10 or 12, each year. She has never revealed her secret recipe to anyone except my father, but he passed in 2018. I can't wait to ask her the secret ingredients, slyly, now that I know the base. Thank you! Merry Christmas! 🎅🎄

[@unsure8824]

Let us know if u find out and if it's similar to this recipe

[@Michellee970]

@@unsure8824 I'll do that!

[@LCPMJK]

This recipe was my first time making toffee. It came out perfectly. Everyone is getting toffee for Christmas!

[@carolsze6559]

Always looking for something as a neighborhood Christmas gift that's easy! I think this will be it for this year. Thank you! Looks yummy.

[@coolwater55]

I very much appreciate John's explanations of what is happening with the cooking process with particular foods (science of it all) is so helpful. I am going to make these this year, when I have time!

[@lolaottinger6976]

My family loves toffee, we make it in a half sheet pan!🤗 I’ve never added pecans to the pan before it was cooked, so I’ll have to try that. I also put chocolate and nuts on both sides, while my daughter in law puts chocolate on just one. I haven’t made candy of any kind in years but I’m so motivated this year! Thanks in part to all of your fabulous videos!

[@joyherting3705]

I wish I could get the motivation to even start my stuff this year, it's been such a bad year having trouble looking for anything positive

[@gayemarianesfox2405]

Lola, how do you get the chocolate and nuts on both sides? Thank you.

[@marystrope1345]

@@gayemarianesfox2405 put them in the pan before you pour the candy in and then put them on top after you pour.

[@gayemarianesfox2405]

@@marystrope1345 thank you!

[@marystrope1345]

@@gayemarianesfox2405 You're most welcome 😊

[@ruthstellatella242]

This is such an easy recipe. Thank you so much. I love English toffee and this is delicious. I have made two batches for Christmas gifts. I think they will go over well.

[@oonagh2811]

Does the toffee keep well? I plan to make some today for Christmas/New Year gifts. I normally pack treats in sealed bags. Does it stick together after a few days ? Many thanks for any input

[@ruthstellatella242]

@@oonagh2811 i have mine stored in a tin can and it seems fine. It doesn’t stick together at all. I would think that as long as the candy has cooled and you have it broken into pieces, it should be fine in a tightly wrapped plastic bag. Give it a try with a few pieces. But for sure, it doesn’t stick together in my Christmas cookie tins.

[@oonagh2811]

Many thanks Ruth. I'm looking forward to making it.

[@juliavaoitamaevamareko4661]

YUM 😋 Ok, I'm sold! Gonna recreate it this weekend. Thanks for sharing.

[@ropass9941]

From now on, THIS is the only toffee recipe I’ll ever use. A true, fail-proof winner! Many thanks for sharing this.

[@asmaa_vlog_85]

When I get a notification that you have uploeded a video, my happy time begins 📸❣️🍊♥️🥳.😘🥰🤩❤️... Happy Christmas 🎄⛄