BUTTERCRUNCH TOFFEE

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Fill up a tray or tin with this traditional candy topped with chocolate and nuts. It really says "Christmas" in a yummy way.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h

Yield 1 pound.

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1-1/2 teaspoons plus 1/2 cup butter, divided
2 cups chopped pecans, toasted, divided
1-1/4 cups packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons water
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
6 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped

Steps:

Line a 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan with foil; grease the foil with 1-1/2 teaspoons butter. Sprinkle 1 cup pecans into prepared pan; set aside., In a small heavy saucepan, combine the brown sugar, water and the remaining butter. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Cook without stirring until a candy thermometer reads 290° (soft-crack stage). Remove from the heat; stir in vanilla and baking soda. Pour into prepared pan (do not scrape sides of saucepan). , Sprinkle with chocolate; spread with a knife when melted. Sprinkle with the remaining pecans. Let stand until set, about 1 hour. Break into pieces.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 266 calories, Fat 19g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 16mg cholesterol, Sodium 69mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (21g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 4g protein.