Dark Chocolate and Butter Pecan Toffee

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Today we have a gloriously delicious recipe for you that can be given as a food gift or taken along to your family and friends during this most special time of year. Join us as we show you how to make some completely easy and delectable DARK CHOCOLATE AND BUTTER PECAN TOFFEE!

Pieces of nut brittle topped with whole pecans and chocolate chips are arranged on a sheet of parchment paper. The treats have a glossy surface and are set on a wooden surface in natural light.

Sometimes making candy on a stovetop can be intimidating . . . but don’t let it be! As long as you have the right tools for the job, you have got this! Stick with it, don’t try to do too many things at one time, and have fun with the recipe. Before you know it, you’ll have this scrumptiousness cooled in the fridge and ready to bust into awesome bite-sized snacks!

Much like our CHOCOLATE AND PECAN BILLIONAIRES, this combination of chocolate and pecans makes the perfect treat!

Ingredients

This toffee has just the right amount of that nice butter pecan flavor, and the dark chocolate is not too sweet!

Broken pieces of toffee covered with pecans and chocolate chips are arranged on parchment paper atop a white plate, with a floral cloth in the background.

What You’ll Need

  • Pecan halves– we use the best from PRIESTER’S PECANS !
  • Dark chocolate morsels– ready to eat! Add sweetness without being too sweet.
  • Butter – two sticks! This is where the butter toffee comes in!
  • Sugar – white, granulated is the best for this recipe.

See recipe card for full ingredient list and quantities.

Why You Will Love This Dark Chocolate Butter Pecan Toffee

  • Makes a great gift – This toffee is great to make and take as a gift during the holidays or any other occasions!
  • Candy is fun to make – Don’t be scared of making toffee! If you follow our easy steps, you’ll find that making candy is quite fun!
  • Treats make people happy! – And that’s what we love to do here! We hope you do, too. This pecan toffee is a recipe for happiness!

Instructions

Don’t be intimidated by the idea of making candy and treats! We’re gonna show you how easy it really is!

A person holds a bowl of pecans in one hand and a few pecans in the other over a stovetop. Nearby are a saucepan, a measuring cup of sugar, a stick of butter, a measuring spoon, and a baking sheet.

Lightly dry roast pecan halves in a 350° oven for 5 minutes.

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Prepare a sheet pan by spraying with non-stick spray.

A person holds a bowl of pecans in one hand and a bowl of chocolate chips in the other over a stovetop, with a saucepan, baking sheet, butter, and other ingredients nearby on a wooden counter.

Spread half of the pecans in an even layer on sheet pan.

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And half of the dark chocolate morsels.

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Melt butter in a boiler over medium heat.

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Add in granulated sugar.

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And 3 tablespoons of cold water.

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Cook, stirring occasionally until candy starts to boil and reaches 290° with a candy or meat thermometer.

A person pours caramel from a saucepan onto a baking sheet lined with pecans and chocolate chips next to a stove, with a digital thermometer and whisk on the wooden counter.

Pour toffee over chocolate and pecans on sheet pan. Spread evenly with a spatula.

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Top toffee with the other half of the pecans and chocolate. Allow to set at a cool room temperature or in the refrigerator.

Pieces of homemade chocolate bark topped with pecans and chocolate chips are arranged on crumpled parchment paper on a wooden surface.

Break into pieces and enjoy!

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Why Brooke loves this recipe!

Recipes are like antiques. They are meant to be handed down from one generation to another. Each one holding a special memory or nostalgic memory. Here is why we love this one!

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Nothing gets me in the holiday spirit more than making yummy treats for my family and friends! And toffee is always a classic. I love the roasted pecans and the chocolate paired with the toffee. Warm, buttery holiday goodness!

Substitutions & Variations

With this recipe, here are a few good customizations to help get you going.

Chocolate – You can use milk chocolate or semi-sweet chips. The milk chocolate chips will make a sweeter toffee.
Nuts – Almonds, pistachios and walnuts will work as well! Also, you can use pieces for the pecans, but we like to use halves.
Toppings – Top your toffee how ever you like! For instance, if you want even more nuts, try a dusting of finely crushed pecans.

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Equipment

I love to share recipes that are no special equipment required but here are a few things that would definitely make this recipe easier!

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Storage Tips

Fridge: You can store your toffee in an airtight container or bag at room temp for up to 2 weeks, or in the fridge for up to a month.
Freezer: Freeze your cooled toffee pieces in an airtight container or bag for up to 3 months.

🍴 PRO TIP!

We cube our butter because it makes it melt quicker. Keep your thermometer close by as you monitor your mix and toffee temperature! The thermometer is a handy way to make sure these treats are perfect every time you make them!

🗹 RECIPE FAQ’S

What’s the best way to store my toffee?

Toffee can get a little sticky, so be sure to pack it in and airtight container and keep it at room temp in a dry location. Should last a couple weeks, unless you eat it all up!

Do I have to use pecans in this recipe?

Absolutely not! Feel free to use your favorite! Walnuts, almonds, pistachios. Pick a nut, and I bet it will work! 

What’s the best warm beverage to have with this toffee?

Hot chocolate is our favorite (perhaps with mint!), but sometimes just plain old coffee and toffee pair up just fine. Even a simple mint tea might surprise you!

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Parchment paper on a plate holds pieces of chocolate and pecan bark, topped with whole pecans and chocolate chips. A floral-patterned cloth and a snowy artificial tree are partially visible nearby.

Dark Chocolate Butter Pecan Toffee

Our yummy DARK CHOCOLATE AND BUTTER PECAN TOFFEE recipe is perfect as a food gift or taken along to gatherings during this special time of year.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 13 minutes
Total Time 23 minutes
Serving Size 36

Ingredients

  • 2 cups pecans halves, roasted
  • 2 cups dark chocolate morsels
  • 1 cup butter
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 3 tablespoons water

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Instructions

  • Spray a sheet pan with cooking spray. Spread half of the pecans and chocolate morsels in an even layer.
    2 cups pecans, 2 cups dark chocolate
  • In a boiler, melt butter over medium heat. Add sugar, water and mix to combine. Bring to a soft boil and allow to boil, stirring occasionally until it reaches 290°. Remove from heat.
    1 cup butter, 1 cup sugar, 3 tablespoons water
  • Carefully pour candy over the prepared chocolate and pecans. Smoothing out with a spatula to even. Sprinkle with other half of pecans and chocolate morsels. Allow to set either in the refrigerator or in a cool room. Break and serve.

See How To Make It!

Notes

*Pro Tip – when checking the temperature of toffee, remove the boiler from the heat and tilt to the side to have more volume to insert the thermometer. Easier and more accurate!
A close-up of chocolate pecan toffee bark pieces, topped with whole pecans and chocolate chips, arranged on crumpled parchment paper.

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