Crunchy almond toffee coated in silky chocolate and sprinkled with walnuts — a true Christmas classic.

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½ cup unsalted butter

½ cup margarine

1 cup granulated sugar

¼ teaspoon kosher salt

½ teaspoon vanilla extract

12 ounce milk chocolate, melted

1 cup unblanched whole almonds

1 cup finely ground walnuts

1. On a foil lined baking dish (11×7), arrange almonds in a single layer.

2. Combine butter, margarine, sugar, salt, and vanilla. Cook over medium-high heat, stirring constantly until butter melts.

3. Bring to a rolling boil and cook 5–7 minutes until candy turns almond color (about 300°F).

4. Pour over almonds; cool completely.

5. Spread melted chocolate over cooled toffee; top with ground walnuts.

6. Allow to set completely, then break or cut into pieces. Enjoy!

Work quickly when pouring toffee. Use silicone pans for easy release. Store in airtight containers.

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