Preparation Steps

• On a foil-lined baking dish (11x7 inches) or in a silicone brownie bite pan (with 24 bites), arrange the almonds in a single layer. Set aside.
• In a heavy-bottomed pan, combine the butter, margarine, sugar, salt, and vanilla extract. Cook over medium-high heat with a wooden spoon until the butter melts, stirring constantly. Continue stirring constantly and bring the mixture to a rolling boil.
• Continue boiling and stirring for an additional 5-7 minutes until the candy turns the color of almonds (about 300 degrees F on a candy thermometer). Pour the hot toffee mixture evenly over the prepared almonds. If using a brownie bite pan, use a small metal scoop to quickly fill each bite.
• Allow the toffee to cool completely and set, which will take approximately 2 hours.
• Once the toffee is cooled and firm, spread the melted milk chocolate over the top. Sprinkle generously with the finely ground walnuts. If you wish to coat both sides, use half the chocolate and walnuts for the first side, allow it to set, then flip and repeat for the other side.
• When the chocolate and walnuts are set, pop the toffee out of the silicone pan or cut it into pieces if using a baking dish. Store in an airtight container. Enjoy your homemade almond toffee!