Toffee cookies are a perfect blend of buttery richness, crunchy toffee bits, and a chewy texture, making them an irresistible treat for everyday indulgence or holiday baking.
In a medium saucepan, heat sugar with water until it dissolves and caramelizes into a golden color.
Stir in sliced almonds, pour the mixture onto aluminium foil, spread it out and let it cool.
Mix Dry Ingredients:
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
Cream Butter and Sugar
In a large bowl or the bowl of a stand mixer, cream butter, white sugar, and vanilla until light and fluffy aroind 8 to 10 mins. Do remember to scrape the sides of the bowl every now and then for even mixing.
Incorporate the egg and beat well.
Meanwhile, crush or chop the cooked praline until you have some small and some big bits of praline. Add this crushed praline to our cookie dough and combine to spread it evenly.
Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
Crush or chop the praline pieces and gently fold in the crushed praline or toffee bits until evenly distributed.
Scoop the dough into even portions and place them on a baking tray. Cover loosely with plastic wrap and chill in the fridge for 30 minutes to 1 hour. This helps the dough hold its shape while baking.
Preheat the oven to the (180°C/360°F). Line cookie sheets with parchment paper. Arrange 4 dough balls on the sheets leaving enough space between them. Slightly flatten the dough balls to form rounds. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are soft.
While the cookies are still warm, use a large round cookie cutter to gently reshape them into perfect rounds for a uniform look.
Allow the cookies to cool on the tray for 5 minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack to cool completely.
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Notes
Before you start making the caramel, prepare a baking tray by lining it with aluminum foil. This ensures you can immediately pour the praline mixture onto it once you add the almonds, preventing the caramel from burning and making cleanup easier.
Praline Tip: Stir quickly after adding almonds to ensure even coating, and immediately pour onto the foil-lined tray.
Overbaking: Keep an eye on the cookies while baking. Overbaking can cause the praline bits to burn, resulting in a bitter flavor. Remove them from the oven as soon as the edges turn golden.
Chilling the Dough: Chilling helps the cookies keep their shape. Don’t skip this step!
Customization: Add a sprinkle of sea salt for a salted caramel effect, or mix in chocolate chips or nuts for extra flavor.
Reshaping: While the cookies are still warm, use a large round cookie cutter to reshape them into perfect rounds for a clean, uniform look.