Black Pepper Free Toffee Bark with Almonds
Crunchy, buttery, and loaded with toasted almonds and a glossy layer of chocolate, this toffee bark is the kind of treat that disappears fast at any gathering. Many spice blends and seasoned chocolates sneak in unexpected ingredients, but this recipe keeps things beautifully straightforward — butter, sugar, almonds, chocolate chips, and a pinch of salt are all you need. The toffee is cooked low and slow to a deep amber hard-crack stage, giving it that satisfying snap and rich caramel depth that makes homemade bark so much better than anything from a bag. Layering the chocolate chips directly onto the hot toffee is a clever move — they melt right into a smooth, even coating without any extra steps. A final scatter of flaky sea salt on top adds just enough contrast to keep every bite interesting. Break it into rustic pieces and you've got a stunning, crowd-pleasing confection that's as fun to make as it is to eat.
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16 servings
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, cut into pieces
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp water
- ¼ tsp fine salt
- 1 ½ cups whole raw almonds, roughly chopped
- 1 ½ cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- ¼ tsp flaky sea salt (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Line an 18×13-inch rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper and set it on a heatproof surface near the stove. Spread half the chopped almonds (about 3/4 cup) in a single, even layer across the parchment.
- 2
Combine the butter, sugar, water, and fine salt in a heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium heat. Stir gently until the butter melts and the sugar dissolves, then clip a candy thermometer to the side of the pan. Cook without stirring, swirling the pan occasionally, until the mixture reaches 300°F (149°C) — the hard-crack stage — and turns a deep amber color, about 10–12 minutes. Watch closely once the mixture begins to color, as it can darken quickly.
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