There is something wonderful about the absolutely shattering crunch of toffee. The high-volume bite alone is enough to keep you snacking on a bowl of this confection, but when it’s combined with buttery, caramelly flavor with just a tinge of salt and bitterness it becomes positively irresistible.

We’re excited to share with you Chef Earl Martin’s blog post English Toffee: Temperatures for Flavor and Texture!

With the help of the Thermapen, making delicious toffee for the holidays—or anytime!—is a cinch. Follow the temperatures and the candy comes together easily. So make up a batch for last-minute parties or distribute it to friends. If you’ve always been scared off by candy making, let this be the gateway recipe to years of sugary success!