Butter Toffee Cashew Crunch
This Butter Toffee Cashew Crunch is a buttery, nutty, and sweet treat made with caramelized toffee and roasted cashews. Perfect for holiday gifts, snacking, or a dessert topping, this easy homemade candy recipe is irresistibly crunchy and full of rich flavors.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: About 2 cups
- Category: Candy, Snacks
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup light corn syrup
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups roasted cashews
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
Instructions
- Prepare the Baking Sheet – Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- Melt Butter – In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
- Make the Toffee – Add sugar, corn syrup, and salt to the melted butter. Stir constantly and bring to a boil.
- Cook the Mixture – Continue cooking, stirring occasionally, until the mixture reaches 300°F (hard crack stage) on a candy thermometer.
- Add Vanilla & Baking Soda – Remove from heat and quickly stir in vanilla extract and baking soda (it will bubble slightly).
- Mix in Cashews – Stir in the roasted cashews until evenly coated.
- Spread the Toffee – Pour the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet and spread it out.
- Cool & Break into Pieces – Let the toffee cool completely, then break it into bite-sized pieces.
Notes
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks.
- Use a candy thermometer to ensure the perfect texture.
- For extra flavor, sprinkle a bit of sea salt on top before it cools.
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