Decadent Chocolate Almond Toffee: Buttery Crunch Perfection
There’s something irresistible about Chocolate Almond Toffee—that satisfying snap of buttery caramel, studded with toasted almonds and draped in smooth chocolate. It’s the homemade candy that disappears first at holiday gatherings, gift boxes, or late-night snack attacks. Rich, crunchy, and dangerously addictive, this toffee is easier than it looks and always impresses.
A quick tip for perfect texture: the Geedel Rotary Cheese Grater makes quick work of chopping almonds into just the right size with its crushing blade—no dusty powder, just chunky bits that add serious crunch.
🥮Ingredients (Makes about 1 pound)
1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter
1 cup granulated sugar
¼ tsp salt
1 tsp vanilla extract
1½ cups whole almonds (toasted)
8 oz semi-sweet or dark chocolate (chopped or chips)
Optional: flaky sea salt for sprinkling
🍫Step-by-Step: Toffee in 4 Moves
1. Toast & Crush the Almonds
Toast almonds in a dry skillet until fragrant and golden. Let cool slightly. Use your cheese shredder hand crank with the crushing blade to break them into coarse pieces—perfect chunky texture without turning them into powder.
2. Cook the Toffee
In a heavy saucepan, melt butter with sugar and salt over medium heat. Stir constantly until the mixture turns deep amber (hard-crack stage). Remove from heat and stir in vanilla.
3. Add Almonds & Spread
Stir in half the crushed almonds. Pour onto a parchment-lined baking sheet and spread evenly. Let cool for a few minutes until firm but still warm.
4. Top with Chocolate & More Almonds
Sprinkle chopped chocolate over the warm toffee—it will melt quickly. Spread evenly with a spatula. Scatter remaining crushed almonds on top and gently press in. Sprinkle with sea salt if desired. Let cool completely, then break into pieces.
🌶️Tips & Twists
Milk Chocolate Version – Swap dark for milk chocolate for a sweeter treat.
Spicy Kick – Add a pinch of cayenne to the toffee mixture.
Gift-Ready – Package in clear bags with ribbon—everyone loves homemade toffee!
Storage – Keep in an airtight container; it stays crisp for weeks.
Double Batch – This recipe scales perfectly for holiday gifting.
🍬Conclusion: Toffee That Disappears Fast
This Chocolate Almond Toffee is pure indulgence—shatteringly crisp, nutty, and covered in chocolate. With the rotary grater handling the almonds effortlessly, you’ll spend less time prepping and more time enjoying the crunch.
