FAQs
What's the difference between English and American toffee? The main difference is that traditional English toffee is created without nuts, while American toffee is created with a variety of nuts. The most common nuts being the almond.
Why do you not stir toffee? ›
It's important while the toffee cooks to only stir it occasionally. Constant stirring can cause the toffee to crystallize and separate. For those of you that need to know exactly how often you should stir, I would suggest erring on the side of not stirring more than stirring.
Why add baking soda to toffee? ›
For better crunch, add baking soda
Those bubbles remain trapped in the syrup as it cools in the pan, yielding toffee whose consistency is lightly crunchy rather than hard: think light-textured American-style biscotti vs.
How long does homemade toffee last? ›
Store homemade toffee in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week or in the fridge for up to two weeks.
Is butterscotch the same as toffee? ›
Toffee vs Butterscotch
While butterscotch is cooked to a soft-crack stage, toffee is produced by allowing that same butter and brown sugar mixture to reach the hard-crack stage. Butterscotch tends to be chewy and pliable; toffee is brittle and more breakable.
Which is the famous toffee in the world? ›
Our English Toffee is World Famous for good reason - cooked to perfection so it melts in your mouth and covered with the finest milk chocolate and fresh roasted almonds.
What does cream of tartar do in toffee? ›
Cream of tartar is a white powder sold in the baking aisle that's commonly used to stabilize whipped egg whites in meringues and cakes, prevent sugar crystallization in candies and caramel, and act as the activating ingredient in baking powder.
What can go wrong when making toffee? ›
Common toffee making mistakes:
- I started with way too high of a heat. (At least, I think this was an issue.) I set my portable cooktop at 260 degrees F.
- I stirred too quickly. I didn't realize this could be an issue.
- I didn't add a dash of salt. They say you can save a ruined batch of toffee by adding a dash of salt.
Refrigeration adds 3-6 months of shelf life, while freezing adds up to a year or more. Refrigeration ensures that any nuts remain at peak freshness, but they'll taste great for up to 3-4 weeks unrefrigerated. Q: Where can I find Nashville Toffee Company products?
Why did a toffee fail to set despite using the correct ingredients? ›
This usually happens when the toffee mixture is heated too quickly or at too high of a temperature. Make sure to use medium heat (or medium-low) and go SLOW!
Made with just sugar and a little water, toffee is easy to make and is an easy introduction to the world of confectionary. This recipe includes a dash of vinegar which will help keep the colour of the toffee clear and bright and banish any cloudiness.
Why does my butter separate when making toffee? ›
If the butterfat separates out then usually this is due to the mixture being either heated or cooled too quickly, which "shocks" the mixture and causes the fat to separate out.
What is the difference between English toffee and regular toffee? ›
English Toffee is a nationwide favorite that is easily made with only a few ingredients. The difference between regular toffee and English Toffee is one important ingredient – butter! I make English Toffee throughout the year for special occasions and it's always a big hit.
How do I know when my toffee is ready? ›
Using a candy thermometer is the most precise way to tell when your toffee is done. If you want to use a candy thermometer, you will want to cook the toffee until it reaches about 300℉/149℃.
Can you cook toffee too long? ›
Undercooked toffee won't be anything more than a caramel sauce. But overcooked toffee will be just slightly crunchier (almost unrecognizably). So, always err on the side of over-cooking!
What is toffee called in America? ›
The English toffee eaten with regularity in America is also called buttercrunch. What's the difference? Primarily, the difference rests in the ingredients. Toffee in Britain is made with brown sugar, whereas buttercrunch is made with white granulated sugar.
What makes English toffee separate? ›
If the butterfat separates out then usually this is due to the mixture being either heated or cooled too quickly, which "shocks" the mixture and causes the fat to separate out.
What is the difference between American and English candy? ›
British candies traditionally have a higher sugar content compared to their North American counterparts. This is largely due to different food regulations and taste preferences. UK laws allow for a higher percentage of sugar in their candies, leading to a sweeter, more robust flavor.
What exactly is English toffee? ›
There are many types of candy, both here in the U.S. and across the pond in the British Isles, referred to as toffee. In America, English toffee usually refers to a candy made with slow-cooked sugar and butter, forming a brittle, which is then coated in chocolate and nuts.
