Craving a sweet and crunchy treat that’s keto-friendly? Look no further than this keto toffee with pecans! It’s got everything you want in a sweet treat – rich, buttery flavor, a satisfying crunch, and just the right amount of sweetness. Even better? This keto toffee is easy to make and contains far fewer carbs than traditional toffee recipes.
Whether you’re new to keto or have been following a low-carb lifestyle for a while, this treat is perfect for those times when you need something sweet but don’t want the sugar that often goes along with it. It’s also a great option to share with friends and family – they’ll never know it’s low carb!
Keto Toffee Flavors
This keto toffee recipe delivers everything you love about traditional toffee without the sugar and gluten. The buttery base, the crunch of pecans, and the smooth layer of sugar-free chocolate create a wonderful texture and flavor combination that’s hard to resist. The best part? It’s simple to make and only requires a few ingredients to get the amazing flavor.
- Creamy & Buttery Flavor: The butter and cream base gives this toffee its rich, melt-in-your-mouth texture.
- Nutty Crunch: Toasted pecans add a satisfying crunch that complements the smoothness of the toffee.
- Chocolate Finish: A layer of sugar-free chocolate tops the toffee, adding a final touch of sweetness and elegance.
Keto Toffee Ingredient Breakdown
Butter & Cream: These ingredients create the base for any good toffee recipe. For keto, they provide healthy fats that keep you satisfied.
Low Carb Sweetener: Using a granulated low carb sweetener like monk fruit and allulose keeps this treat sugar-free while still delivering the sweetness you crave.
Pecans: Chopped pecans add a wonderful nutty flavor and texture to the toffee. You can use other nuts if you prefer, but pecans work particularly well in this recipe.
Sugar-Free Chocolate: Choose a high-quality, sugar-free chocolate like Lily’s to maintain the integrity of this keto treat.
Flaked Salt: Adding a sprinkle of flaked salt over the top of the chocolate layer enhances the flavor profile, balancing the sweetness with a hint of savory.
Tips for the Perfect Keto Toffee
Making toffee can seem intimidating, but with a few tips, you’ll be an expert in no time:
- Use a Candy Thermometer: Toffee needs to reach a specific temperature to set correctly. Using a candy thermometer ensures it gets to 285°F (the hard crack stage) without burning.
- Watch the Heat: Cook on medium-low to medium heat to avoid scorching the butter or sweetener. Stir frequently to prevent the mixture from sticking or burning.
- Chill Before Breaking: Make sure the toffee has completely hardened in the fridge before attempting to break it into pieces. This will help you achieve that perfect snap.
- Cut Before Chocolate Sets: If you prefer neat pieces, cut the toffee before the chocolate layer has fully hardened. Otherwise, let it harden completely and break it into chunks with a knife.
What to Serve with Keto Toffee
Keto toffee makes an excellent standalone treat, but you can also pair it with other keto-friendly desserts. Try serving it with a hot cup of keto coffee, or crumble it over a bowl of keto chocolate ice cream for an added crunch. You can even add it to your holiday dessert platter for a sweet addition that everyone will love. If you want a holiday variety, give this keto Christmas crack a try!
Storing & Freezing Keto Toffee
Store your keto toffee in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week. If you want to keep it longer, freeze it! Just place the pieces in a single layer on a baking sheet and freeze until solid. Transfer to a freezer-safe bag or container and store for up to a month. When you’re ready to enjoy, simply thaw at room temperature for a few minutes.
Keto Toffee With Pecans
Ingredients
- 5 tablespoons butter
- ⅓ cup heavy cream
- ½ cup low carb granular sweetener
- 3/4 cup chopped pecans
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 pinches Salt
- 3-4 oz Sugar-free chocolate like lily’s or extra dark chocolate*
- Flaked salt for garnish
- Chopped pecans for garnish
Instructions
- Line a baking dish (9×12 or similar) with foil, spray the foil with non-stick spray.
- In a thick-bottomed saucepan on medium-low, dry toast the pecans for 3 minutes then add the butter and allow it to melt. Next, add the cream, salt, vanilla, and sweetener. Bring to a medium-low boil (6-9 minutes), stirring frequently. Using a digital or candy thermometer, allow the temperature to reach 285°F then remove the pan from heat.
- Pour the toffee into the prepared dish and chill until firm (30+ minutes).
- Melt chocolate in the microwave (15-second increments) then pour over the candy. Return to the refrigerator to chill a bit then add some chopped pecans and flaky salt as a garnish before it has completely hardened (this allows the garnish to stick).
- Remove the foil from pan and the toffee crunch from the foil. Use a knife to break the toffee, It will break in its own way (no perfect lines).
Nutrition
Trina Krug is a Holistic Nutritionist, Integrative Health Coach and host of the Carbless Conversations Podcast. With a Master’s Degree in Complementary and Alternative Medicine, her single mission in life is to facilitate self-healing in herself and those around her through awareness, lifestyle shifts and low-carb eating. As a current Doctor of Science student, she continues her studies in functional nutrition.