"Toffee Making is like our Journey to Heaven!" | Baking with the Dominican Sisters of Mary

sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Coconut sugar has a lower glycemic index.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is a healthier fat option.

chocolate

🥗Healthier: dark chocolate

💰Cheaper: chocolate chips

Dark chocolate has more antioxidants.

Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper.

In a saucepan, combine sugar, butter, and water over medium heat.

Stir continuously until the mixture reaches a boil.

Continue boiling without stirring until it reaches the hard crack stage.

Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract and salt.

Pour the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet and spread evenly.

Allow to cool slightly before sprinkling with chocolate and nuts.

Let it set completely before breaking into pieces.

Cooking Techniques

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