Sweet, salty and crunchy, Christmas Chocolate Toffee Crunch is the ultimate festive treat. Experiment with your favourite flavour combinations - try adding herbs or edible flowers from the garden for a decorative touch. Perfect for homemade gifts! 

Ingredients:

• 1 packet of Salada crackers or pretzels (or half n half like we did)
• 250g butter
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 300g chocolate (milk, dark, white – or a mix)
• Toppings: pistachio, pretzels, cranberries, edible flowers, sea salt, herbs, crushed candy canes

Other flavour combinations to try:

• White chocolate, pistachio & cranberry.
• Dark chocolate & rosemary.
• Milk chocolate & crushed candy canes. 

Method:

1. Preheat oven to 180 degrees (160 fan) and line a baking tray with baking paper.
2. Arrange crackers or pretzels in a single layer.
3. In a saucepan, melt butter and sugar together. Bring to a gentle boil and boil for 3-4 minutes – stirring constantly.
4. Pour hot toffee over the crackers/pretzels and spread quickly.
5. Bake for 8 minutes – until bubbly.
6. Remove from oven and immediately place chocolate pieces over the top. Let sit for a few minutes to melt, then spread evenly.
7. Add your toppings while chocolate is still warm.
8. Chill in the fridge for a couple hours until set.
9. Break into pieces and store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two weeks.
10. Enjoy!