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Vegan Toffee

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This Vegan Toffee is a rich, buttery-tasting dairy-free candy with a crisp caramelized texture and deep, sweet flavor. Topped with smooth chocolate and crunchy nuts, this easy homemade toffee is perfect for snacking, gifting, or holiday treats.

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup vegan butter
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tbsp corn syrup or maple syrup
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup dairy-free chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup chopped nuts (almonds or pecans)

Instructions

  • Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
  • In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the vegan butter.
  • Stir in brown sugar, granulated sugar, and corn syrup or maple syrup.
  • Cook the mixture, stirring constantly, until it comes to a boil.
  • Continue cooking for 5–7 minutes until it reaches a deep golden color and hard crack stage.
  • Remove from heat and quickly stir in vanilla extract and salt.
  • Immediately pour the toffee onto the prepared baking sheet and spread evenly.
  • Sprinkle chocolate chips over the hot toffee and let them melt, then spread into a smooth layer.
  • Top with chopped nuts, pressing gently into the chocolate.
  • Let cool completely until hardened, then break into pieces.

Notes

Use dark or white dairy-free chocolate for variation.Sprinkle sea salt on top for a salted toffee version.Swap nuts for seeds or omit for a nut-free option.Add a pinch of espresso powder for deeper flavor.Stir constantly to prevent burning and ensure smooth texture.