Vegan Toffee

 Vegan Toffee is a delicious, buttery-sweet treat without any dairy! Made with plant-based ingredients, it still delivers the rich, crispy, melt-in-your-mouth texture of traditional toffee. Here’s how you can make it:

Ingredients:

1 cup coconut sugar (or brown sugar)

1/2 cup coconut oil (or vegan butter)

2 tbsp maple syrup

1/4 tsp vanilla extract

Pinch of salt

1/4 cup chopped dark chocolate (make sure it's dairy-free)

1/4 cup crushed nuts (almonds, pecans, or walnuts) – optional

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Pan:

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.

2. Make the Toffee:

In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the coconut sugar, coconut oil, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt.

Stir constantly and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Let it cook for about 8-10 minutes, stirring frequently, until the toffee mixture thickens and reaches the hard crack stage (about 300°F or 149°C on a candy thermometer).

If you don’t have a candy thermometer, you can test by dropping a small amount of the toffee into cold water. If it hardens immediately and cracks when you try to break it, it's done.

3. Pour and Cool:

Once the toffee is ready, carefully pour it onto the prepared baking sheet. Use a spatula to spread it into an even layer.

Let the toffee cool for about 5-10 minutes, then sprinkle the chopped dark chocolate over the top.

Allow the chocolate to melt slightly, then spread it evenly over the toffee with a spatula.

If desired, sprinkle the crushed nuts on top while the chocolate is still warm.

4. Set and Break:

Let the toffee cool completely at room temperature, or you can refrigerate it for quicker results (about 30 minutes).

Once the toffee has fully set, break it into pieces.

Tips:

Storage: Store your vegan toffee in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week, or refrigerate it for longer shelf life.

Customization: You can sprinkle a pinch of sea salt over the toffee after adding the chocolate for a salted toffee twist.

Chocolate options: Feel free to use dairy-free milk chocolate if you prefer a sweeter option or dark chocolate for a richer taste.

This Vegan Toffee is rich, crunchy, and perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth without dairy! Enjoy as a snack or gift it to others for a thoughtful homemade treat.